菊姫 吟醸あらばしり

Kikuhime Ginjo Arabashiri

菊姫 吟醸あらばしり

Kikuhime — Kikuhime, Ishikawa

A first-pressed ginjo new sake, released each January at the start of the fiscal year.

  • Arabashiri

Specifications

Type
Ginjo
Rice
Yamada Nishiki
Rice polishing ratio
55%
Yeast
Not disclosed
Alcohol
17%

Official website

Flavor profile Kun-shu

Juku-shuJun-shuSo-shuKun-shu
RestrainedAromatic
RichLight

Kun-shu — aromatic and light

DrySweet
LightFull

Gentle melon and pear-like ginjo aroma with the fresh, lively character of arabashiri gives moderately high aroma. Sharp acidity and a crisp finish, balanced by the powerful texture of 17% alcohol, place it near the middle of light and rich with low-to-moderate sweetness.

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

About

Gentle ginjo aromas reminiscent of melon and Asian pear, with a fresh, straightforward character typical of new sake. The palate shows a pronounced, sharp acidity, and the finish is sharp and clean. Expect the rawness and vigor characteristic of new sake, along with a fresh liveliness within its rich flavor. *Seasonal limited release (winter season)

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