| Brand | Kozaemon |
| Region | Gifu, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Umeshu, Junmai |
| ABV | 11% |
Product details
Kozaemon Junmai Umeshu is a distinctive plum-based expression from Nakashima Brewery in Gifu, created with carefully selected Beni Nanko plums from Wakayama Prefecture. These rare plums are cultivated using mirrors to concentrate sunlight and encourage their vivid coloration, while the plum fruit is steeped for an extended period in a pure-rice base specially prepared for this product. Over time, the natural red color of the Beni Nanko plums is drawn into the finished beverage, giving Kozaemon Junmai Umeshu its beautiful appearance and distinctive character. The producer describes its elegant balance of sweetness and acidity as reminiscent of the refined harmony associated with German Riesling, while its food-friendly style sets it apart from more conventional plum-based expressions.
The palate is defined by elegant sweetness and refreshing acidity, creating a graceful and balanced profile that works particularly well alongside food. The long infusion of Beni Nanko plums contributes the characteristic plum expression and beautiful color without adding unverified flavor descriptors. For food pairing, enjoy it with foie gras, monkfish liver, pâté, rich savory appetizers, or other dishes where its refined sweetness and acidity can provide a complementary contrast.
