Scotland Stephenson's Spirits Reviews

Jyokigen Junmai Yamahai

Review Date: September 9, 2009
Category Info: Sake :: Yamahai
Distilled From: Ghoyakumangoku
Retail Price: $$$ ($30-$40)
Bottle Size: 720 ml Bottle
Brewer / Distiller: Kano Syuzou Co. Ltd.
Strength: 16-18%
Seimaibuai: 65%
Nihonshudo / Sake Meter Value: +3.0
Origin: Japan, Ishikawa

Tasting Notes:

Pretty, light chartreuse-like yellow/green color.
The nose is slightly earthy and has a bubble gum note to it with a bit of fruity tartness.
Thin body but with a lot of flavor complexity. Soft fruity acidity with some big earthy notes. The finish is very earthy and nutty.