Alcohol Volume : 16%
Rice : Yamada Nishiki
Polish : 50%
SMV : Undisclosed
Acidity : Undisclosed
Yeast : Undisclosed
Squeezing Method : Undisclosed
Pasteurised : Undisclosed
Point :
Food Pairing : Japanese dish, Roast beef,
Sake description :
[Limited Quantity]
Using the latest techniques, we have crafted a sake with a rich aroma, clear umami, and a gentle sweetness. I feel fortunate that, even in these challenging times, we are able to continue taking on new challenges. This is a time to gather strength before the bloom. The label, featuring a flower bud (camellia) gradually opening, reflects the evolving flavor, inviting you to enjoy its changes.
The second edition of HANA symbolizes this pre-bloom phase. I hope you can enjoy it with the anticipation of a new season.
Ryutaro Miyoshi 6th Generation,
Abunotsuru Brewery
1. Overview
Abunotsuru Brewery, founded in 1897 and located in northeastern Yamaguchi Prefecture on the Japan Sea coast, is well-known for being revived by Ryūtaro Miyoshi, the sixth-generation owner, after a 34-year hiatus. Since its revival, the brewery has won several domestic and international awards, and recently launched a new initiative.
Starting in 2020, Abunotsuru introduced a unique brewing method called Aizaki Jozou. This technique involves blending and refining the sake produced each year to create a flavor and aroma that reflects the essence of that year. Although this method has historical roots in traditional sake brewing, presenting it as a yearly limited edition over five years is a first in the industry.
The concept behind Aizaki Jozou is deeply emotional, driven by a desire to create an experience based on personal sentiment rather than market trends. The first release has already gained attention in gourmet magazines and from public figures.
In today's world, where industries are striving to create meaningful interactions between people, products, and experiences, the 6th generation head emphasizes the importance of "not just living day by day, but thriving together." "MIYOSHI HANA" is not merely a challenge to new methods; by announcing the release of a five-year commemorative bottle, it represents a commitment to persevere alongside the sake industry and hospitality professionals who have supported us. This product is crafted with the hope of becoming an annual anticipation for customers, embodying our dedication as creators.
2. Concept
In today's world, where industries are striving to create meaningful interactions between people, products, and experiences, the 6th generation head emphasizes the importance of "not just living day by day, but thriving together. "MIYOSHI HANA" is not merely a challenge to new methods; by announcing the release of a five-year commemorative bottle, it represents a commitment to persevere alongside the sake industry and hospitality professionals who have supported us. This product is crafted with the hope of becoming an annual anticipation for customers, embodying our dedication as creators.
"‘MIYOSHI HANA’ is a series that expresses a richer world of sake by combining unblended sake brewed every other year over a five-year period from 2020 to 2025. Each year, the sake crafted that year is carefully blended, incorporating a new brewing method called ‘Aisaki Jōzō,’ which harmonizes the flavour and aroma to reflect that year’s character. ‘MIYOSHI HANA 20-23’ is the third edition in the series, a blend of sake from 2020 and 2023. It exclusively uses 100% contract-cultivated Yamada Nishiki rice from Abu, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The result is a sake with a rich, fruity umami and gentle sweetness. The label, featuring a flower bud (camellia) gradually opening, reflects the evolving flavor, inviting you to enjoy its changes."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8UrevPon4&t=210s
