Ichinokura Extra Dry Honjozo 720ml
Ichinokura Extra Dry Honjozo 720ml
Size: 720ml | ABV: 16%
In 3 words: Dry, silky and drinkable
Hailing from Miyagi Prefecture, Ichinokura’s signature dry sake was released in 1977 and continues to be a favourite. This multi-award-winning bottle is famously recognized at the International Wine Challenge for its exceptional value and classic profile. It is the gold standard of chokarakuchi (super dry) sake - supremely clean, sharp, and refreshing, with very little residual sugar. This is a highly sought-after category for food pairings, known for cutting through richness and enhancing the umami of dishes.
The experience opens with a quiet, subtle nose featuring delicate hints of mint and light, earthy nuts. On the palate it breaks into a smooth wave of comforting umami, culminating in a bone-dry, ultra-crisp finish with a refreshing apple aftertaste.
Remarkably versatile, it shines whether served chilled to cut through rich dishes or gently warmed to expand its deep, savoury complexities.
Grade: Honjozo
Brewery: Ichinokura
Region: Miyagi
Rice polishing: 65%
Product Details
Rice variety: Toyo Nishiki
Sweet or dry: Dry
Body: Medium to full
Acidity: 1.3
Sake Meter Value +10
Food Pairing: Try smoked, roasted or salty dishes with a bit of crunch. Anything BBQ, Pork belly with crackling and roast potatoes, grilled halloumi, seared salmon fillet, or simply salted bar snacks
Serving temp: Chilled to room temperature
Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan
Try pairing me with ribeye steak
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
Size: 3 x 720ml
In 3 words: Warm to perfection
Part of our Sommelier Tasting Series, this carefully selected trio of sake highlights the unique beauty of sake when warmed. These brews are carefully designed to open up new flavours when heated, showcasing this amazing feature of Japan’s national beverage. Scan the bottle labels and you’ll find our guide to warming sake to walk you through the process and find the perfect serving temperature.