Not all summer sakes are “nama” or unpasteurized
and flavors like ripe melon
and sparkling water liveliness
and lead into a long finish
the sake is often subjected to a "Tōmin" liquid rapid freezing technique
Hirotogawa Junmai Daiginjo 12/300ml Not all summer sakes areThe nose on this new store offering is a gorgeous collection of melon, grape, honey, lemongrass, parmesan rind, violet, and finger lime aromas. Weve been waiting for this sake to enter the True Sake universe, because it defines a term that we jokingly trademarked called Rich Lite. It is such a good example of full bodied brew that actually drinks lean and delicate. Round, clean, and crisp with a little astringency, it is light, but with richness to it