| Brand | Kirei |
| Region | Hiroshima, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai, Nama, Genshu |
| ABV | 17% / Rice Polishing: 80% |
Product details
Kirei Karakuchi 80 Muroka Nama Genshu is a bold and expressive release from Kirei Shuzo, a historic Hiroshima producer renowned for its precision and character-driven creations. The term “karakuchi” signals an assertively dry profile, while “80” refers to the rice polishing ratio, leaving 80% of each grain intact to preserve natural fats, proteins, and amino acids for greater depth and texture. Crafted under the direction of Master Brewer Masahiro Nishigaki, this unfiltered, unpasteurized, undiluted expression highlights the brewery’s proprietary Kirei #9 yeast strain and a slow, careful pressing method that yields smaller quantities of exceptionally concentrated liquid. The result is a robust, full-bodied style prized by enthusiasts seeking structure, intensity, and authenticity.
On the palate, Kirei Karakuchi 80 delivers a rich, weighty texture balanced by firm dryness and crisp minerality. Layers of licorice and ripe pear unfold across a spice-driven mid-palate, creating both power and precision. The finish is clean, structured, and persistent, making it an excellent companion to grilled pork chops, tempura vegetables, and even creamy dishes like macaroni and cheese. This dynamic bottling showcases the harmony between bold flavor, refined craftsmanship, and Hiroshima’s distinctive brewing heritage.
