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Tsukasabotan Bi Kaori

司牡丹 美薫

Tsukasabotan — Tsukasabotan Shuzo, Kochi

The balance of aroma and flavor is so well judged that it captures the essence of Tsukasabotan junmai ginjo, and it will serve as a versatile, crowd-pleasing example of the Tanrei (light), dry junmai ginjo style.

Specifications

Type
Junmai Ginjo
Rice
Not disclosed
Rice polishing ratio
60%
Yeast
Not disclosed
Alcohol
15–15.9%
Sake meter value
+5
Acidity
1.3

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Flavor profile Kun-shu

Juku-shuJun-shuSo-shuKun-shu
RestrainedAromatic
RichLight

Kun-shu — aromatic and light

DrySweet
LightFull

The brewery text describes elegant ginjo aroma and a light, dry style, consistent with 60% polishing and SMV +5. The low acidity of 1.3 gives a soft, smooth mouthfeel that expands on the palate, so aroma is raised while body stays light.

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

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Bi Kaori Tsukasabotan lives up to its name, with a beautiful aroma and an elegant, delicate ginjo fragrance. This Junmai Ginjo has a soft, smooth flavor that expands on the palate. Its light, clean character (Tanrei) and dry profile (karakuchi) make it a sake that appeals to a wide range of drinkers.

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