| Brand | Shishi no Sato |
| Region | Ishikawa, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai |
| ABV | 15% / Rice Polishing: 65% |
Product details
*Shishi no Sato Chokara Junmai Super Dry Sake hails from Matsuura Shuzo, a historic brewery founded in 1772 in the famed hot spring town of Yamanaka, Ishikawa. Known for its elegant, food-friendly sake, the brewery emphasizes traditional methods and a philosophy of creating harmony between sake and cuisine. This junmai expression is crafted with meticulous attention to detail—from hand-mixed koji and yeast starter to low-temperature fermentation and careful pressing. It is pasteurized and stored cold to preserve its fresh, vibrant profile. “Chokara” (super dry) refers not to aggressive sharpness but to a refined, clean finish that elevates food pairing.
Rather than a sake that is sharply spicy or aggressively dry, Chokara Junmai reveals a beautifully balanced structure with crisp clarity. Its dryness is expressed as a clean, refreshing cut—enhancing food flavors while gently cleansing the palate of oil and richness. The aroma hints at lemon peel and freshly steamed rice, and on the palate, it delivers a smooth texture with a dry yet elegant umami note. This sake harmonizes perfectly with fried or grilled dishes, mapo tofu, rich stews, or seasonal Japanese cuisine, making it a versatile companion at both warm and chilled temperatures.
