Nanbu Bijin Umeshu (Plum) Sake 300ml

Nanbu Bijin Umeshu (Plum) Sake 300ml
Size: 300ml | ABV: 9%
In 3 words: Plum, peachy, light
This all-koji sake infused with Ume plum is beautiful, light and naturally pink in color. Big aroma of Ume plum 🍑 and chestnuts 🌰 with an off-dry kick of cherry bitterness🍒. Unlike many, this Umeshu is all-natural and free from any added sugar or artificial sweetener. Enjoy straight, on the rocks or experiment as a cocktail mixer.
Style: Umeshu
Brewery: Nanbu Bijin
Region: Iwate
Rice polishing: 65%
Try pairing me with ice cream
Product Details
Rice variety : N/A
Sweet or dry: Medium-dry
Body: Full
Acidity: 3.5
Sake Meter Value -60
Food Pairing: Ice cream, cheesecake, fruit salad
Serving temp: On the rocks or chilled
Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan
The Brewery
Nanbu Bijin
Founded in 1902 in Ninohe city, Iwate, the original brewery, Kuji Shuzo, was named after founding Juji family and originally produced soy sauce.
At a glance:
Multi-award winning brewery and headline IWC 2017 winner
Use local, specially developed rice
Deeply passionate about sustainability and the local region
Experiments with new technology and brewing innovation
Size: 2 x 500ml | ABV: 12.5%
In 3 words: Juicy, sweet & exotic
The Asahara Suzo fruit liqueurs are made at a sake brewery in Okumusashi, a green and hilly area where the cultivation of fruit trees, including plums and Yuzus, is highly developed. This abundance of fresh local produce encouraged the producer to turn their talents to the production of fruit-based liqueurs. This Nigori (cloudy) liquer style is perfect inside (or alongside) desserts and cocktails.
Style: Umeshu & Yuzushu (Cloudy)
Brewery: Asahara
Region: Saitama
Rice polishing: N/A
Size: 720ml | ABV: 8%
In 3 words: Sweet, refreshing, citrus
Filled with the fruity aroma of Yuzu on the nose. Extremely refreshing and delicate on palate. Perfectly balanced Yuzu sake followed by elegant acidity.
Style: Yuzu (Junmai base)
Brewery: Tsukasabotan
Region: Kochi
Rice: N/A
Size: 720ml | ABV: 12%
In 3 words: Light, sweet, plums
This Junmai-based Umeshu has beautiful colour of pink gold or rose. Intense aroma of Plum skin, amaretto and cranberry on the nose. Moderate refreshing tartness and gentle sweetness goes along with almond and cinnamon notes.
Style: Umeshu (plum sake / wine)
Brewery: Urakasumi
Region: Miyagi
Size: 500ml | ABV: 12.5%
In 3 words: Juicy, sweet & exotic
This hand-made umeshu benefits from only the lightest of filtrations which retains a full, grainy texture, akin to biting into an fresh plum. Complex flavours of yellow plum and almond and balanced sweetness. Delicious and exotic.
Style: Umeshu
Brewery: Asahara
Region: Saitama
Rice polishing: N/A
Size: 500ml | ABV: 12.5%
In 3 words: Juicy, sweet & exotic
The Asahara Suzo fruit liqueurs are made at a sake brewery in Okumusashi, a green and hilly area where the cultivation of fruit trees, including plums and Yuzus, is highly developed. This abundance of fresh local produce encouraged the producer to turn their talents to the production of fruit-based liqueurs. This Nigori (cloudy) liquer style is perfect inside (or alongside) desserts and cocktails
Style: Yuzu (liquer)
Brewery: Asahara
Region: Saitama
Rice polishing: N/A
Size: 720ml | ABV: 6%
In 3 words: Smooth classy yuzu
Carefully brewed combining premium ingredients, Sekai Itto Junmai Daiginjo Yuzushu showcases unique sake craftsmanship. The Junmai Daiginjo, known for its meticulous milling process, provides a refined and smooth base, creating an ideal canvas for the infusion of yuzu's bright and citrusy notes.
Style: Yuzu (Junmai Daiginjo base)
Brewery: Sekai Itto
Region: Wakayama
Rice: Yamadanishiki
Size: 720ml | ABV: 6%
In 3 words: Peach-infused Sake
This Momoshu (peach-infused sake) is a masterful blend of prime Japanese white peaches and sake craftsmanship. The brewery uses only the juiciest and most succulent peaches, sourced exclusively from the orchards surrounding Arakawa. These premium fruits are then carefully blended with the brewery's exceptional Junmai Daiginjo to deliver a soft, luscious brew that works both on the rocks or as a premium cocktail ingredient.
Style: Momoshu (Junmai Daiginjo base)
Brewery: Sekai Itto
Region: Wakayama
Rice: Yamadanishiki
Size: 720ml | ABV: 9%
In 3 words: Plum, peachy, light
This all-koji sake infused with Ume plum is beautiful, light and naturally pink in color. Pronounced aroma of Ume plum and chestnuts with a kick of bitterness with clean cherry and plum flavours. A touch off-dry, this Umeshu is all natural and free from added sugar or any artificial sweetener. Enjoy straight, on the rocks or experiment as a cocktail mixer.
Style: Umeshu (plum)
Brewery: Nanbu Bijin
Region: Iwate
Size: 720ml | ABV: 10%
In 3 words: Tart, sweet, umelicious!
Sweetness, acidity and piquant plum flavour distinguish this lovely low-alcohol aperitif. Green plums provide the tartness, artisan rock sugar the sweetness and pure junmai sake the satisfying balance and smoothness..
Grade: Umeshu (Junmai)
Brewery: Kamoizumi
Region: Hiroshima
Size: 2 x 720ml | ABV: 8-9%
Grades: Yuzu, Umeshu (Plum)
Brewery: Tsukasabotan & Nanbu Bijin
Region: Kochi & Iwate