Ohyama Umeshu "Sakuya Kono Hana"

The nose on this unique sake with ume (plum) added is a glorious collection of plum, oolong tea, sweet tea, fresh lemon, apple juice, fig, and kombucha aromas. Made in collaboration with a prominent sweets shop in Yamagata, this umeshu is a little different from the rest as they leave the pulp in the bottle. Yum! Plum pulp and great sake from a great brewery! The team described it as, "Umeshu for Boba drinkers," as it is chunky, fruit-cup-like, puree-like, with lots of body and a soft round finish. With an ABV of 12% look for ume (plum), golden raisin, apricot, sweet tea, sherry, jello, black tea, peanut brittle, and maple syrup flavors on a full-bodied flow. This sake is recommended to be served chilled, on the rocks, or warmed to 158 degrees Fahrenheit. WORD: Pulpy WINE: Fruit-infused Wines BEER: Fruity Ales FOODS: Cocktail cuisines, roasted duck, dim sum, smoked meats/fowl/fish, and squab.