Koro Tokubetsu Junmai
香露 特別純米酒Koro — Kumamoto-ken Shuzo Kenkyusho, Kumamoto
Rich, full-bodied sake with savory depth from Kumamoto yeast, known as the yeast of aroma
Specifications
- Type
- Tokubetsu Junmai
- Rice
- Yamada Nishiki
- Rice polishing ratio
- 58%
- Yeast
- Not disclosed
- Alcohol
- 15–16%
- Sake meter value
- -2
- Acidity
- 1.6
Flavor profile Jun-shu
Jun-shu — rich and umami-driven
The SMV of -2 and the described 芳醇な旨口 (rich, umami-forward) style point to a gently sweet, full-bodied profile driven by the Kumamoto yeast's deep flavor. The faint fruity note keeps aroma restrained, placing it in the jun quadrant.
Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.
About
Based on the belief that brewing sake without machines reveals the essence of sake making, this sake comes from a Kumamoto brewery that carefully preserves traditional techniques and the value of handcrafted work. The deep flavor produced by Kumamoto yeast comes with a pleasant acidity and a subtle fruity aroma. When warmed, the range of flavors expands and the finish becomes richer. As a junmai sake that pairs well with Japanese cuisine, it can be enjoyed with a wide variety of dishes.
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- Koro Josen Honjozo香露 上撰 本醸造
- Koro Ginjo香露 吟醸
- Koro Daiginjo香露 大吟醸
- Koro Tokusen Honjozo香露 特撰 本醸造
- Koro Junmai Ginjo香露 純米吟醸