Tokai Hakkenden
東魁 八犬伝Tokai — Koizumi Shuzo, Chiba
Inspired by Takizawa Bakin's masterwork, the Nanso Satomi Hakkenden: Tokai Genshu Hakkenden.
Specifications
- Type
- Genshu
- Rice
- Not disclosed
- Rice polishing ratio
- 65%
- Yeast
- Not disclosed
- Alcohol
- 19%
- Sake meter value
- +2
- Acidity
- 1.5
Flavor profile Jun-shu
Jun-shu — rich and umami-driven
Genshu at 19% alcohol, 65% polishing, SMV +2 and acidity 1.5 point to a full, rich body with restrained aroma, consistent with the description's emphasis on depth and richness. Sweetness is moderate-low given the slightly dry SMV and mid-range acidity.
Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.
About
Genshu means sake that has not been diluted with water. Pressed at the brewery and bottled as it is, it has a rich body and a deep flavor. It is enjoyed chilled, on the rocks, or with water, with no particular way of drinking required. A local sake brand of the Boso region of Chiba.