Hakutsuru Excellent
Profile
Style: Nigori
Polish: 70%
Alcohol: 12.5%
Rice: Japanese Domestic
Serving Temperature: Chilled
Brewery Location: Kobe, Japan
Appearance
Color: Pure White
Clarity: Medium Lees
Palate
Sweetness: Medium-Sweet
Acidity: Low
Umami: Low
Alcohol: Medium Minus
Body: Medium
Flavor Intensity: Medium Minus
Finish: Medium
A Beloved Nigori Sake
Sayuri means “little lily” in Japanese and the name is apt for this soft, floral noted nigori.
Tasting Notes
White grape and elements of cherry blossom tie in seamlessly to create a lush, creamy saké with a deliciously smooth finish.
Aromatics
White grape and elements of cherry blossom tie in seamlessly to create a lush, creamy saké with a deliciously smooth finish.
Suggested Pairings
Sweet treats, spicy cuisine and barbecue
Earthy to Fruity/Floral Curve
Dry to Sweet Curve
“Excellent Junmai truly is excellent in terms of value and versatility. I enjoy it both heated and chilled.”
Featured Cocktail: Snow Day
Embrace the cold with a sweet & creamy winter treat
- 4oz Sayuri Nigori Sake
- 1/2c Frozen Water
- 1oz Frangelico
- 1/2tsp Cinnamon
Blend and serve in a highball with whipped cream dollop & cinnamon sprinkle
Tasting Characteristics
Fruit
Citrus, Floral & Sweet
Grains, Nuts and Dairy
Herbs, Spices, Age and Other
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*Value used for chart formatting purposes only