Kanhokuto Daiginjo Ginyu
寒北斗 大吟醸 吟遊Kanhokuto — Kanhokuto Shuzo, Fukuoka
A drop of Tenmei and remembrance. Crisp, refreshing aroma and a gentle yet deep flavor, carefully brewed with gratitude for every single grain of rice.
Specifications
- Type
- Daiginjo
- Rice
- Not disclosed
- Rice polishing ratio
- 35%
- Yeast
- Not disclosed
- Alcohol
- 17%
- Sake meter value
- +4
- Acidity
- 1.5
Flavor profile Kun-shu
Kun-shu — aromatic and light
A 35% polished daiginjo whose description of a refreshing, fragrant aroma points to high aroma. SMV +4 and acidity 1.5 suggest a light, mildly dry profile, while the gentle yet deep taste adds some body.
Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.
About
The name Ginyu has been kept for 20 years, following the wishes of the previous head of the brewery, who decided it would not be released until a sake worthy of Kanhokuto Daiginjo was produced. According to a well-known anecdote, registration fees continued to be paid throughout that time.
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