| Brand | Koimari |
| Region | Saga, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai Ginjo |
| ABV | 17% / Rice Polishing: 55% |
Product details
Brewed by Koimari Shuzō in Imari, Saga Prefecture—an area celebrated for Ko-Imari porcelain since the 17th century—Koimari Saki Oyama Nishiki Junmai Ginjo represents a modern twist on centuries-old tradition. Established in 1909, the Maeda family transitioned from merchants to brewers, crafting sake with local rice and Arita porcelain-filtered spring water—known for its purity. This Ginjo-grade sake is made from Oyama Nishiki rice polished to 55%, fermented slowly at cold temperatures, and bottled undiluted (genshu) to preserve its full character and robust 17% ABV.
On the nose, this sake captures a seasonal transition—think sweet banana candy, honeydew melon, and subtle persimmon, with undertones of. Opening slightly fizzy, the palate shows crisp balance: taut acidity meets playful sweetness, smooth yet slightly tannic in the finish . This makes it ideal for pairing with lighter fare—sea bream, white fish, sushi and sashimi, or chilled chicken with sesame dressing—but it also shines with fruit, salads with nuts, and creamy dairy desserts like vanilla ice cream. A truly versatile sake, it dances between summer and autumn flavors, perfect as a refreshing aperitif or an indulgent digestif after a meal.
