MIYOSHI HANA 2023 – A Limited-Edition Sake Capturing a Moment in Time

The Third Bloom in a Five-Year Journey

The story of MIYOSHI HANA is not just about sake—it’s about time, patience, and the beauty of evolution. From Abunotsuru Brewery, a historic sake house in Yamaguchi Prefecture, comes the 2023 edition, the third bloom in this exclusive five-year series.

This vintage is a harmonious blend of sake from 2020 and 2023, crafted using the innovative Aizaki Jōzō method. Each year, the sake is carefully layered, allowing flavors to evolve while retaining the essence of its origins. The result? A rich aroma, delicate sweetness, and deep umami that change subtly with every sip—just like a flower preparing to bloom.

With only a limited quantity available, this sake is a rare opportunity to own a piece of an unfolding story.

A Moment of Anticipation

"This is a time to gather strength before the bloom."

MIYOSHI HANA 2023 is a sake of expectation and transformation. Representing the pre-bloom phase of the series, it is designed to be enjoyed with the same anticipation as the changing seasons. The label features a camellia bud, symbolizing the moment just before full bloom—when potential is at its peak.

Crafted with 100% contract-cultivated Yamada Nishiki rice from Abu, Yamaguchi Prefecture, this sake embodies purity and precision.

✨ Tasting Notes:
🌸 Aroma: Elegant floral notes with a hint of fresh fruit
🍶 Flavor: A soft, layered sweetness balanced by a clear umami depth
🍽 Pairing: Complements delicate seafood, light appetizers, or can be savored on its own

Brewery Returns After 34-Year Hiatus

Abunotsuru Brewery, founded in 1897, has always been a name tied to resilience. After a 34-year hiatus, 6th-generation brewer Ryūtarō Miyoshi revived the brewery, earning multiple domestic and international awards.

In 2020, the brewery launched MIYOSHI HANA as a bold, five-year experiment in sake evolution. Using the Aizaki Jōzō method—a delicate process of blending and refining sake across years—the series captures the essence of time itself.

"Not just living day by day, but thriving together."
This is more than a brewing philosophy. It is a commitment to the sake industry, hospitality professionals, and sake lovers who have supported the brewery’s journey.

A Collector’s Treasure – Limited Bottles Available

The 2023 edition of MIYOSHI HANA is a sake to be collected, shared, and remembered. Each bottle marks a step in this five-year story—one that is still unfolding.

Will you be part of this journey?