| Brand | Ikinokura |
| Region | Nagasaki, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | |
| ABV | 7% |
Product details
Ikinokura Yuzu is a refined citrus expression created by Ikinokura using Iki Honkaku Mugi Shochu as its base and fresh, ripe yuzu sourced from Miyazaki Prefecture, one of Japan’s renowned yuzu-growing regions. The recipe brings together locally grown barley from Iki Island and carefully selected Miyazaki yuzu, with an average six-month resting period in tanks. The producer focuses on achieving a precise balance between concentrated citrus character and sweetness, resulting in an expression that highlights the distinctive freshness of Japanese yuzu while maintaining a delicate, polished profile.
The palate is refreshing and delicately concentrated, with pronounced yuzu citrus complemented by notes of lemon and grapefruit. A restrained sweetness helps balance the bright citrus character, creating a clean and refreshing profile without excessive richness. Its vibrant citrus character makes it well suited to a variety of foods, including raw bar selections, stewed pork, grilled chicken, light pasta dishes, and fruit-based pastries.
