| Brand | Kubo Honke |
| Region | Nara, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Fruit, Kimoto, Junmai |
| ABV | 8% / Rice Polishing: 65% |
Product details
Kubo Honke Sleeping Dragon Kimoto Junmai Umeshu is a richly concentrated Japanese plum expression that combines the producer’s traditional Kimoto-style Junmai base with an abundant quantity of plums and carefully selected pure honey. Developed with attention to the balance between fruit and sweetness, this distinctive creation reflects Junpei Kubo’s thoughtful selection of honey to complement the character of Yoshino plums. Its concentrated style and layered composition set it apart, bringing together traditional Japanese craftsmanship and a rich fruit-based profile. For serving, it can be enjoyed as presented or diluted with water or soda according to personal preference.
The flavor profile balances refined sweetness with refreshing acidity, highlighting the juicy fruit character of Yoshino plums and the richness of honey. Additional tasting notes describe impressions of fresh nectar, wild mushrooms, and sweet grass, complemented by a soft, mirin-like sweetness. Its concentrated texture and layered character create a rich, lingering finish. Suggested food pairings include Caprese salad, truffle cream cheese, beef carpaccio, and toasted salmon rolls.
