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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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    Abe Junmai Daiginjo Limited "Koshi Kagura"

    huge in niigata right now.
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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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    Heavensake x Naohiko Noguchi Assemblage "PRESTIGE 1"

    rare sake from noguchi's personal stash.
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    PRESTIGE 1 Regis Camus (HEAVENSAKE) & Noguchi Naohiko (Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute) Assemblage Vintage 2018 -2020 A DELICATELY BALANCED COMP...

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    IWA 5 2019 Junmai Daiginjo "Assemblage 1"

    balanced, complex, dark 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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    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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    Juyondai Junmai Daiginjo "Bessen"

    the unicorn has returned.
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    “Prized by sake connoisseurs around the world, Juyondai is beautifully expressive and layered. Gorgeous floral bouquet, silky texture encompassing ...

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    Daishichi Myoka Rangyoku Aged Junmai Daiginjo Kimoto Shizuku "Omega"

    layered, pinnacle, ultimate.
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    Baller Sake is a new segment to the True Sake Newsletter, and this is our fourth high-end offering that we have arranged for certain True Sake Shop...

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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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    Midorikawa Aged Daiginjo "Green River"

    complex, dry, ethereal.
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    The nose on this extremely pampered Daiginjo is a very complex array of hay, cotton, corn, white pepper, orange peel, rice cracker, and steamed ric...

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    Kikuhime Daiginjo Aged 10 Years "Kukurihime"

    yokawa aaa 山田錦 iykyk.
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    KIKUHIME KUKURIHIMEDaiginjo, Ishikawa-prefecture Rice: Hyogo Yokowa AAA-rated Yamada Nishiki polished to 50%Water: Medium-hard Hakusan underground ...

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    Niizawa Reikyo Junmai Daiginjo 2025 "Absolute 0" Pre-Order

    milled to less than 1%. unreal.
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    ***Committed pre-order only, ETA late May 2025*** ***Please allow time for delivery*** ***Pre-order ends on May 15th 2025. All sales are final*** N...

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    Niizawa Reikyo Junmai Daiginjo 2025 "Crystal 0" Pre-Order

    yamadanishiki milled to less than 1%.
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