風の森 ALPHA 6 「6号への敬意」

Kazenomori ALPHA 6 "Rokugo e no Keii"

風の森 ALPHA 6 「6号への敬意」

Kazenomori — Yucho Shuzo, Nara

Brewed with Kyokai No. 6 yeast, the mother of modern sake yeasts, at a rice polishing ratio of 66%.

  • Unfiltered (muroka)

Specifications

Type
Junmai Shu
Rice
Not disclosed
Rice polishing ratio
66%
Yeast
Kyokai No. 6
Alcohol
17%

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Flavor profile Jun-shu

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RestrainedAromatic
RichLight

Jun-shu — rich and umami-driven

DrySweet
LightFull

The junmai designation, 66% polishing, 17% alcohol and muroka (unfiltered) specs point to restrained aroma and a full, rich body. Sweetness is moderate, with a rich texture typical of an undiluted junmai style.

Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.

About

Although a different yeast is used, the character of Kazenomori is expressed through long, low-temperature fermentation and brewing water drawn from groundwater of the Kongo Katsuragi Mountain Range (金剛葛城山系). All of the brewers express their respect for Kyokai No. 6 yeast. Kazenomori ALPHA A brand that sets goals beyond the framework of the traditional Kazenomori line, pursuing the potential of sake through original techniques.

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