Hakutsuru - Ukiyoe - Junmai Cup they polished the rice used

they polished the rice used for koji — responsible for converting starch to sugar to make alcohol — to 60%

happy pairings for this sake are carne asada

Crafted by a brewery that puts in the extra care and time to ensure their sake is perfect

higher acidity

Hakutsuru - Ukiyoe - Junmai Cup they polished the rice usedHakutsuru Ukiyoe Junmai highlights the umami of the rice, with some soft spice notes. Depicted on the label is Okita Naniwaya, a poster girl who brings prosperous business, drawn by Utamaro Kitagawa. Warming the sake will enhance its sweetness and mellow its sharpness, while chilling it will highlight its subtle fruitiness. Unexpected, happy pairings for this sake are carne asada, chicken tikka masala and gourmet cheese plates.