| Brand | Sho Chiku Bai |
| Region | Berkeley, California, USA |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai |
| ABV | 15% / Rice Polishing: 70% |
Product details
Eto Kotobuki Sho Chiku Bai Junmai is a limited-edition Year of the Horse release that brings a festive seasonal presentation to the classic Sho Chiku Bai Junmai profile. Designed to welcome the New Year, the commemorative Eto label celebrates the Horse as a traditional symbol of forward momentum, positive energy, and renewal. Its imagery draws inspiration from the brightness of high noon and the idea of moving confidently into the year ahead, making this collector-focused edition especially suited to New Year gatherings, gifting, and celebratory displays. Beneath the distinctive presentation is Sho Chiku Bai Classic Junmai, known for its smooth texture and versatile character across different serving temperatures.
When chilled, the profile is finely textured with notes of macadamia nut, cardamom, nutmeg, vanilla, cream, and freshly sliced bread. At room temperature, mineral notes emerge alongside crème fraîche, sourdough, custard, umami, and apple. Gently warmed, the texture becomes fuller and the savory character more pronounced, revealing salted custard, cocoa nib, banana bread, toasted nuts, and mineral nuances while retaining its characteristic softness. A graceful companion to lightly seasoned egg dishes, noodles, rice, sushi, shrimp tempura, and a selection of firm or creamy cheeses.
