Imayo Tsukasa KOI

$160

Named after the Koi fish, the colorful Japanese carp are believed to have originated in Niigata. The story is that unscrupulous brewers used to dilute their sake so much that even a goldfish could swim in it. Imayo Tsukasa’s proud history never deviated from its honesty and integrity. It offers its flagship sake at cask strength (Genshu = undiluted). This particular Junmai Daiginjo is a select cuvée of top lots. The Koi has splendid aromatics with a hint of cocoa in the finish. The designer of the bottle cleverly camouflaged a map of Niigata prefecture on the bottle. Can you guess where?

Read more about this product in our blog post: Koi is not Coy

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Sake Social, in partnership with JETRO [Japanese External Trade Organziation], is deeply committed to the continued promotion of Japanese sake, shochu, and related goods. Through education and shared knowledge, we encourage novice and expert consumers to try, enjoy, and share Japanese sake and shochu.

Sake Type

Junmai Daiginjo Genshu

Bottle Size

720ml

Founded

1767

Prefecture

Niigata (新潟県)

One Word to Describe This Sake Brew

Powerful

Food Pairings

Sashimi, Crab with Ponzu dip, Charcoal grilled Wagyu Steak thinly sliced with Wasabi Soy dip, Scallops, Gazpacho

Taste Profile

Tropical fruit and floral aromas finished with a hint of cocoa

Ingredients

Ricetype: Gohyakumkangoku ; Water: N/A ; Yeast: ; No sulfites, no preservatives.

Seimaibuai

50%

Alcohol Content

17%

Sake Meter Value

-2 (the lower the sweeter, the higher the drier)

Sweet or Dry

Dry

Body

Full

Acidity

N/A

Serving Temp

Chilled

Sake Social, in partnership with JETRO [Japanese External Trade Organziation], is deeply committed to the continued promotion of Japanese sake, shochu, and related goods. Through education and shared knowledge, we encourage novice and expert consumers to try, enjoy, and share Japanese sake and shochu.

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