Tamahagane Daiginjo
玉鋼 大吟醸Tamahagane — Hikami Sake Brewery General Partnership, Shimane
The strength and sharpness of a Japanese sword
Specifications
- Type
- Daiginjo
- Rice
- Yamada Nishiki
- Rice polishing ratio
- 35%
- Yeast
- Kyokai No. 1801
- Alcohol
- 16%
- Sake meter value
- +4
Flavor profile Juku-shu
Juku-shu — aromatic and full-bodied, including aged sake
A 35% polished daiginjo with SMV +4 and the description of moderate dryness points to low sweetness. The emphasis on bold power, umami and crisp finish suggests a full-bodied, savory profile with restrained aroma.
Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.
About
"Tamahagane" takes its name from tamahagane, the steel used to make Japanese swords, which is produced locally in only one place in Japan. Made with Yamada Nishiki rice from Hyogo Prefecture and brewed slowly and carefully by hand, this daiginjo lives up to its name. It has a bold, powerful character and a pleasant dryness, and it offers both umami and a clean finish (kire).