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Kumagawajuku Ginjo

熊川宿 吟醸

Kumagawajuku — Obama Shuzo, Fukui

A Ginjo loved for generations since the Wakasa Fuji days, brewed with Yamada Nishiki as koji rice and Gohyakumangoku as kake rice.

Specifications

Type
Ginjo
Rice
Not disclosed
Rice polishing ratio
55%
Yeast
Not disclosed
Alcohol
16%
Sake meter value
+3.6

Official website

Flavor profile Kun-shu

Juku-shuJun-shuSo-shuKun-shu
RestrainedAromatic
RichLight

Kun-shu — aromatic and light

DrySweet
LightFull

The description cites a full, fragrant aroma, rice umami and a dry drinking style. The 55% polish, SMV +3.6 and 16% alcohol support a light, aromatic ginjo profile leaning toward kun.

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

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A ginjo with a rich aroma, a sense of rice umami, and the dryness typical of sake. Serve chilled or warmed to pair with food.