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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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    Zaku Junmai Daiginjo "Asahi"

    limited and/or rare.
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    The nose on this small batch and limited sake is a wonderful collection of honeydew, blueberry, rock sugar, Asian Pear, persimmon, Pixy Stix, grape...

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    Dassai Mirai "Future with Farmers"

    8% milled togai 山田錦.
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    The nose on this “special sake” is a vivid collection of cantaloupe, green grape, pear, apricot, powdered sugar, strawberry, and rice bran aromas. ...

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    Heavensake Label Noir Junmai Daiginjo "Niizawa"

    that new blend from heaven.
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    Ozeki Junmai Daiginjo "Souke Ozakaya"

    smooth, fruity, balanced.
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    The nose on this sake is a really cool collection of butterscotch, nougat, rice cracker, cashew, caramel, and rich steamed rice aromas. This incred...

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    Abe Junmai Daiginjo Limited "Koshi Kagura"

    perfect balance, impeccable finish.
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    The nose on this very special Junmai Daiginjo is a sublime collection of finger lime, bamboo, daikon, spring onion, berry, grape, cut grass, guava,...

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    Tamagawa Aged Junmai Daiginjo "Heart of the Sun"

    umami, body, harmony.
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    The nose on Philip Harper’s deepest Junmai Daiginjo is a stellar collection of berries and cream, rock sugar, cake frosting, condensed milk, fig, c...

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    Sequoia Junmai Daiginjo

    elegant, soft, apple pie.
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    The nose on this premium craft sake is a cool collection of apple, pear compote, crème brûlée, almond cake, Fig Newton, concord grape, whipped crea...

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    Shirataki SEVEN Junmai Daiginjo "25"

    a refreshing new standard.
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    From the brewery Shirataki Shuzo: Our current toji’s exploration of his past. At 29, years old, he strives to bring refreshed standards to the worl...

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    Ozeki Junmai Daiginjo Limited Edition "Platinum"

    made in california, drinks like japan.
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    The nose on this very limited released local craft sake is a gentle collection of raisin, peach, melon, orange, prune, walnut, milk, and rose water...

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    Jikon Nabari 2024 Junmai Daiginjo

    local yamadanishiki from mie.
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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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    Kamoshibito Kuheiji Junmai Daiginjo "Human"

    remarkable, complex, expressive.
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    The nose on this concept sake is a slick collection of pear, melon, acacia, papaya, grape, honey, and ginger aromas. The brewery calls this a “flat...

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    Jikon Junmai Daiginjo "Tokuto Omachi" 2024

    low yield, high grade omachi.
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    Kojimaya Cedar Barrel Aged "Untitled"

    work of wonder, trendsetting, unique.
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    The nose on this one of a kind sake that is made in one of the oldest breweries in Japan is a slick collection of ash, apple, cedar, candy, citrus,...

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    Dassai Blue Type 50 DRY Junmai Daiginjo

    made in new york, karakuchi.
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    Tonoike Junmai Daiginjo Shizuku Yamadanishiki "Drop of Grace"

    the best bottle in tochigi?
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    The nose on this masterpiece made by a brewing master that has TWO Brewing Guild Titles (very rare) is a glorious collection of grape, spun sugar, ...

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    Nabeshima Junmai Daiginjo “Yamadabo”

    spritz, mangosteen, elegant.
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    The nose on this dynamic Junmai Daiginjo is a stellar collection of papaya, lemongrass, cherry, winter melon, grapefruit, and sweet corn aromas.  F...

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    Niizawa Zankyo Junmai Daiginjo 2024 "Super 7"

    legendary insanity.
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    "Super 7" is the quintessential “story” sake. This brew will pop up now and again around the globe because it is insane! Yes I said it! This is pur...

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    Nabeshima Junmai Daiginjo "Black Label"

    extremely limited masterpiece.
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    The nose on this extremely limited masterpiece is a stupendous collection of tropical fruit, white flower, pear, peach, lychee, mint, and mineral w...

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    Nabeshima Junmai Daiginjo “Tankan Wataribune”

    slippery sharp elegance.
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    The nose on this incredible Junmai Daiginjo is a fascinating collection of mango, blackberry, baking flour, powdered sugar, honeydew, grape, lemon,...

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    Dassai Blue "Nigori"

    made in new york, dry, elegant.
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    The nose on this New York version of the coarsely filtered cloudy sake is a fun gathering of cream soda, lemon curd, whipped cream, condensed milk,...

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    IWA 5 2020 Junmai Daiginjo "Assemblage 2"

    balanced, complex, heightened aromatics.
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    The nose on this one-of-a-kind sake is a vivid collection of white grape, melon, rosemary, lychee, mineral, mint, and honey aromas. The sake indust...

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    Jikon Junmai Daiginjo "Tokujo Omachi" 2024

    the absolute pinnacle of sake making.
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    Isojiman Junmai Daiginjo "Nakadori 33"

    masterpiece, gorgeous, balanced.
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    From the importer Skurnik: Rice: Grade A Yamada Nishiki from Hyogo milled to 33% • Yeast: Isojiman House Yeast • Water: Medium soft well water from...

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    Tonoike Yamadanishiki 38 Junmai Daiginjo "Iki"

    refined, playful, limited.
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    Limited run on the west coast! If you're thinking about getting this, I'd get this ASAP. -Chris Paraphrased from the importer Sake Infinity: "Iki" ...

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