Introducing Hokkaido’s sake “Jyuissyu Junmai Daiginjo”

This article is intended for those who are of legal drinking age.
It introduces delicious Japanese sake that is available for sale in Japan, targeting those who visit Japan.
Please note that the taste of sake can vary depending on the production time and storage method, so the evaluations provided here should be considered as a guide.

We will introduce “Jyuissyu”, the representative sake of Hokkaido.

There are many delicious sakes in Japan, but this “Jyuissyu Junmai Daiginjo” is as good as it gets.

“Jyuissyu Junmai Daiginjo” basic information

The company that brews Juichishu is in Sapporo.

Nippon Seishu Co., Ltd.

About Nihon Seishu Co., Ltd.

Brewery name	Nippon Seishu Co., Ltd.
Location	Hokkaido
Founded year	1,872
Main product	Chitosetsuru , Jyuissyu

This sake brewery is located in Sapporo City, which has a population of about 2 million.

The water used is the subsoil water of the adjacent Toyohira River, pumped up from deep underground.

Information on “Jyuissyu Junmai Daiginjo”

We will organize the information of this sake from the sake label and the official website.

Types of sake	Junmai Daiginjo
Rice polishing ratio	45%
Raw rice	“Ginpu” from Shintotsukawa Town
Alcohol degree	16～17%
Shipment season	all year

It is sold all year round, but “Hiyaoroshi” and “Nama” are also sold seasonally.

What is “Junmai”

Junmai is sake made from rice and rice malt.

What is “Daiginjo”

“Daiginjo” is defined as follows under the Japanese Liquor Tax Act.

• Rice polishing ratio 50% or less
• Ginjo-brewed sake with a unique flavor

Features and impressions of “Jyuissyu Junmai Daiginjo” (Review)

This is my impression after drinking “Jyuissyu Junmai Daiginjo”.

5-point evaluation of the taste and aroma of “Jyuissyu Junmai Daiginjo”

We will tell you the impression of the strength of taste and aroma on a 5-point scale.

“5” is the strongest liquor I’ve ever had.

Also, the overall balance of sake is very important.

Look at the balance of your preferences, not the division that the higher the number is better.

Evaluation item	evaluation
fragrance strength	4
intensity of sweetness	3
strength of acidity	3
Strength of Umami	3
Strength of spiciness and bitterness	3

The taste of sake changes depending on the time of manufacture, storage method, and cooking method.
The description here is only a personal impression and does not guarantee the taste or aroma.
Also, it’s not that the higher the number, the better, it’s about finding the balance that you like.

Characteristics of the fragrance of “Jyuissyu Junmai Daiginjo”

The scent is a sweet scent like melon and pear.

In addition, you can enjoy the unique scent of ginjo sake that flows from your mouth to your nose.

Characteristic of taste of “Jyuissyu Junmai Daiginjo”

The impression is that the sweetness of the rice is followed by the sourness and umami.

It’s fruity and very delicious sake.

Summary

Thank you for reading to the end.

“Juichishu” was a fruity sake with a gorgeous aroma and the sweetness and umami of rice.

The rice and water needed to make this sake are all from Hokkaido, so it’s perfect as a souvenir.

I hope that those who read this article will be able to meet more delicious sake.