| Brand | Amabuki |
| Region | Saga, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai, Nigori |
| ABV | 16% / Rice Polishing: 60% |
Product details
Amabuki Cloud Nigori Junmai is a distinctive expression from Amabuki Shuzo in Saga Prefecture, where the producer draws on the soft, gentle underground water of the Sefuri Mountain range. Made with domestically grown table rice polished to 60%, this expression retains finely textured rice components that create its characteristic cloudy white appearance and give it a softly rounded texture. The “CLOUD” concept captures the visual and textural character of the product, combining a delicate, cloud-like appearance with a polished and approachable profile. Its carefully selected rice and regional water source reflect Amabuki’s focus on creating expressions with a clear sense of character and balance.
The palate has a creamy, rounded mouthfeel with a silky finish, while aromatic notes of lemon and tangerine bring a bright citrus character. Balanced acidity keeps the profile lively without becoming heavy, followed by a subtle sense of astringency toward the finish and a clean, refreshing close. Its rounded texture and bright citrus character make it a natural match for flavorful dishes such as karaage fried chicken, yakiniku, sukiyaki, and spicy hot pot dishes.
