Chokarakuchi
Chokarakuchi
BREWERY | LOCATION
AKISHIKA SHUZO | OSAKA
CLASSIFICATION
Junmai • Pure Rice Sake
Ginjo • Rice polished to 60% or less
Muroka • No charcoal filtration
Nama • Unpasteurised
Genshu • Undiluted
Akishika Shuzo was founded in Osaka prefecture in 1886 and under the present 6th generation Kuramoto [Brewery Owner] this tiny brewery is creating some of Japan’s finest and most exceptional sake. Hiroaki Oku is both Kuramoto and also Toji [Master Brewer] at Akishika and his dedication and skill in creating quality sake shows in every bottle
The Chokarakuchi is made from organically grown Yamada Nishiki rice. The 'Kara' means 'dry' in Japanese and the word 'Cho' means 'very' this 'Chokarakuchi' explains that this is a very dry style of sake. This Junmai Ginjo sake is polished to 60% and shows a wonderful combination of bright acidity, a hint of spice and full of umami.
YEAR: 2023
RICE TYPE: Yamada Nishiki
RICE POLISHING: 60%
ALCOHOL: 18%
YEAST STRAIN: #7
SERVE: Chilled
SIZE: 720ml
STORAGE: Store Nama [unpasteurised] Sake in a cool dark place, trying to avoid direct sunlight.
HANDLING: Once opened the Akishika 'Chokarakuchi' will last well for at least 10 - 12 weeks, ideally in a refrigerator.