Ichinokura Himezen Sweet and Low ABV Sake 720ml

Ichinokura Himezen Sweet and Low ABV Sake 720ml

£32.99

Size: 720ml | ABV: 8%

In 3 words: Sweetness and light

At just 8% ABV and -65 SMV (extreme sweetness) this is a unique sake with the character of homemade lemonade. Crisp, refreshing and highly acidic, we recommend this beauty over ice or alongside citrus heavy dishes..

  • Grade: Unique

  • Brewery: Ichinokura

  • Region: Miyagi

  • Rice polishing: 60%

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Product Details

Rice variety: Toyo Nishiki

Sweet or dry: Super sweet

Body: Full

Acidity: 5.0

Sake Meter Value -65

Food Pairing: Black cod with miso, Calamari, California roll,

Serving temp: Chilled to room temperature

Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan


The Brewery

Ichinokura

Set deep in the forests of northern Miyagi, Ichinokura, which literally means "One Brewery", was formed when four long-standing local breweries joined forces to become one. Today Ichinokura is the largest brewery in the prefecture and produces award-winning sake with a sustainable philosophy.

At a glance:

  • Founded in 1973 when 4 local breweries merged around a vision of handcrafted sake

  • Set in Northern Miyagi Prefecture famous for it’s soft underground water ideal for making sake

  • Over 90% of the rice used is grown locally

  • In-house team promotes sustainable agriculture that minimizes environmental impact and helps support local farmers