Kamikokoro Junmai Ginjo Genshu Umakuchi Hiyaoroshi

The nose on this seasonally released single-pasteurized brew is an awesome collection of raisin, cream, corn bread, fig, sweet corn, berry, and toasted rice aromas. Bingo! This is a jamming Hiyaoroshi sake that is super layered, round, rich, and savory with a full-bodied attitude, but drinks light and semi-creamy. Think of a more traditional Namazume that is umami driven with lots of creamy and savory tones, and appeals to deep red wine drinkers that love complexity in a round and soft brew. Look for oatmeal, honey, molasses, King's Hawaiian Original Sweet Rolls™, zucchini bread, doughnut, and maple syrup flavors that glide through the palate with a ripe persimmon finish that is quick and tasty. WORD: Savory WINE: Pinot Noir/White Burgundy BEER: Creamy Belgians FOODS: Salty, savory, oily, grilled, fried everything, comfort foods, and seasonal turkey dinners. (2023)

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The nose on this seasonally released Fall Draft sake is a great collection of cream, melon, peppermint, sugar, mineral, cinnamon, and milky aromas. Say hello to a 1st time in the US Hiyaoroshi that knocks it out of the flavor park. Round, layered, full-bodied fun that drinks rich and flavorful with a ton of umami. Look for hints of dark honey, cooked apples, cinnamon, pear tart with spices, melon, sweet soy, dark chocolate, and a touch of mint. This a great feeling sake that is velvety but also airy and is very impactful with a seasonal richness that is similar to an umami-Cinnabon. Full-bodied and fleshy, this new arrival should not be missed, and don’t forget to let it warm in the glass or get to the point directly by warming it! WORD: Rich WINE: Deep Round Reds/Fleshy Whites BEER: Creamy Belgian Ales FOODS: Super food friendly, rich pastas, grilled anything, International spice, fatty fish, game, fowl, and Thanksgiving dinner. (2022)