| Brand | Suehiro |
| Region | Fukushima, Tohoku, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Daiginjo, Nama |
| ABV | 15.9% / Rice Polishing: 40% |
Product details
Ken Daiginjō Nama is a premium nama (unpasteurized) daiginjō sake crafted by Suehiro Shuzō in Fukushima Prefecture. As a brewer steeped in tradition since 1850, Suehiro was the first to formalize the toji role and popularize the yamahai method, and Ken Daiginjō reflects their unwavering commitment to expressive, terroir-driven sake. Made from Yamada Nishiki rice polished to around 40–50%, this brew emphasizes crisp precision and elegant refinement. The name “Ken” (meaning “sword”) signals its sharp, clean character, while “Nama” indicates it is bottled without pasteurization to preserve a youthful vibrancy and vivid aromatic lift.
On the nose, expect lifted aromas of white peach, green melon, and pear, with subtle floral and mineral notes that accentuate its finesse. The palate is light, silky, and refreshing, offering a dry, crisp finish that balances gentle sweetness and mouthwatering acidity. It delivers a dignified but clean texture that slices across the senses—as named. This elegant sake pairs beautifully with sushi or sashimi, especially nigiri featuring delicate fish like tai or sake (salmon), and is equally lovely as a chilled aperitif to begin an evening.
