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Junmai Daiginjo & Daiginjo

These two categories represent the best of the best, the “A-list” in the sake maker’s industry. 


The Junmai Daiginjo category has the highest standards of milling rates in the sake market with a minimum of 50% rice polishing and 50% remaining.  But that standard is often surpassed by brewers looking to push the rice milling envelope that results in sakes that can be milled down to 35% down to 23% and even 7% remaining figures. These Ultra and Uber Junmai Daiginjo all drink with an elegance and sophistication of flavors and complexities. The entire category is exceptional for consuming on special occasions and gifting. Junmai Daiginjo sakes are fantastic on their own and great with Champagne fare and elegant appetizers. They are always served chilled.  


The Daiginjo category has the same milling standards of 50% removal and 50% remaining but sake makers add a little “brewer’s alcohol” to lighten the brew and bring out more aromatics and softer textures. When sake maker’s send their brews to National Sake Appraisals and Competitions they usually send their Daiginjo sake. They are the ultimate Competition sakes that just jump out of the glass. Always served chilled they pair well with shellfish, sushi, sashimi, and elegant cocktail passing fare.

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    Tenbu Junmai Daiginjo

    pear, strawberry, crisp.
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    The nose on this premium brew is a very cool collection of pear, pineapple, daikon, lychee, mango, raspberry, cut grasses, vanilla, and sweet rice ...

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    Akabu Junmai Daiginjo "Gokujo no Kire"

    smooth, quick, ethereal.
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    The nose on this stunning "Ultra Daiginjo" is an amazing collection of cantaloupe, strawberry, grape, cotton candy, pineapple, apple, pear, sugar c...

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    Watanabe Shuzoten Junmai Daiginjo Muroka Genshu 45 "W Hidahomare"

    marshmallow, rich, delightful.
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    The nose on this very “Gifu” Daiginjo is a cool collection of cotton candy, cooked pear, cut grasses, peach, lemon lime, and steamed rice aromas. ...

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    Hakkaisan 8 Year Snow Aged Junmai Daiginjo "Yukimuro"

    toasted rice, caramel, complex.
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    The nose on this perfect gift-giving sake is a collection of vanilla, nougat, buttercream icing, mint, and snowmelt aromas. Made and stored in a sn...

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    Shirataki Junmai Daiginjo "Seven"

    legendary, exceptional, stunning.
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    The nose on this “Gift from Niigata” is an amazing array of melon, rock sugar, lilies, orange sherbert, lychee, ginger, and coconut aromas. Made wi...

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    Watanabe Shuzoten Junmai Muroka Genshu 50 "W Aiyama"

    lush, vivid, strawberries.
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    The nose on this exciting Daiginjo is an outstanding collection of strawberry, white peach, lychee, mango, honeydew, condensed milk, and other tro...

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    Senkin Junmai Daiginjo “Modern Omachi”

    great for both beginners and experts.
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    The nose on this brew made by a fantastic “Toji” (master brewer) is a splendid collection of green apple, mango, simple syrup, honeydew, grape, and...

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    Daishichi Myoka Rangyoku Aged Junmai Daiginjo Kimoto Shizuku Genshu “Heavenly Flower”

    rich, complex, masterpiece.
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    The nose on this “once in a lifetime” masterpiece is an amazing collection of rose petals, cream, raisins, bananas, and cotton candy aromas. This s...

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    Mimurosugi Junmai Daiginjo "Yamadanishiki"

    rich, bright, professional.
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    The nose on this very popular Junmai Daiginjo is a wicked collection of Muscat, pear, orange, cake frosting, grapefruit, mango, and a touch of crea...

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    Isojiman Junmai Daiginjo "Pride of the Seashore"

    cherry, peppery, professional.
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    The nose on this sake from one of the great Japanese breweries is a fantastic collection of powdered sugar, pear, cherry popsicle, cream, banana br...

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    Sawahime Junmai Daiginjo "Shimotsuke"

    world class performance sake.
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    The nose on this very flavorful sake is a gentle collection of rose water, juniper, melon, and berry aromas. Get ready to say one of the most fun w...

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    Kirinzan Junmai Daiginjo 3-Year Aged "Momiji"

    awesome, layered, hot cocoa.
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    The nose on this very unique three year-aged Junmai Daiginjo is a wonderful collection of earthy, forest floor, milk chocolate, cocoa, and cocoa po...

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    Misuzu 35 Daiginjo

    Daiginjo
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    The nose on this very smooth Daiginjo has an intriguing collection of blueberry, melon, mango, and pineapple aromas. This is a very gentle and subt...

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    Katsuyama Junmai Daiginjo "Akatsuki"

    elegant, impact, masterpiece.
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    The nose on this stellar ultra Daiginjo made by a Miyagi brewery founded in 1688 is a splendid collection of cantaloupe, pear, stone fruit, cut gra...

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    Tedorigawa Mangekyo Junmai Daiginjo "Kaleidoscope"

    extremely hard to find.
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    Limit 1 bottle per household per customer. Any attempts to obtain more than 1 bottle per household per customer will be refunded immediately. This ...

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    Gokyo Daiginjo “Saito no Shizuku”

    powdered sugar, drip, luxurious.
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    The nose on this elegant sake that is made using the labor intensive drip-method style of brewing is a glorious collection of Fuji apple, powdered ...

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    Yuki no Bosha Chosetsu Junmai Daiginjo “The Sound of Snow”

    "one of the best sakes ever made." - beau timken
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    The nose on this perennial medal winning sake is a great collection of tropical fruit, pear, mango, papaya, Gardenia, vanilla, and white pepper aro...

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    Kamikokoro Junmai Daiginjo "Heart of God"

    melon, crisp, minerals.
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    The nose on this lively Junmai Daiginjo is a great collection of powdered sugar, papaya, pineapple, peach, tangerine, and sweet rice aromas. Zesty,...

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    Daishinshu Junmai Daiginjo "Equilibrium"

    pineapple, luxurious, balanced.
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    The nose on this sake that is milled to 38% is a gentle collection of pear, apple, mango, pineapple, lime, strawberry, and sweet rice aromas. Talk ...

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    Kikusui Junmai Daiginjo "The Kikusui"

    light, complex, dry.
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    Kubota Daiginjo Genshu

    shhh, secret word.
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    Mizubasho Junmai Daiginjo

    juicy, jammy, strawberry cream.
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    The nose on this sake is a terrific collection of strawberry, grape, berry, cream, sugar cookie, lychee, and mineral aromas. Made with Yamadanishik...

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    Sake One Junmai Daiginjo "Naginata"

    elegant, made in america!
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    The nose on this stylish sake is an excellent collection of grape, apple, mango, berry, rice cracker, and pineapple aromas. Using Yamadanishiki fro...

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    HeavenSake Junmai Daiginjo "Urakasumi"

    balanced, silky, citrus.
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    The nose on HeavenSake's second Junmai Daiginjo is a great collection of peach, lemon peel, cantaloupe, apple, apricot, and steamed rice aromas. "U...

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