Introducing the “Traditional techniques rich Junmai Ginjo” using traditional techniques from the Ninki-ichi brewery.
As the name suggests, it was indeed a rich-tasting Japanese sake, so it is especially recommended for those who like strong flavors.
Basic information about “Ninki-ichi Rich Junmai Ginjo”.
First, we will organize basic information about “Ninki-ichi rich Junmai Ginjo” including information about the brewery and the alcohol percentage.
About the brewery of “Ninki-ichi” , NINKI INC.
Here is the information about the brewery of “Ninki-ichi” , NINKI INC.
| Brewery name | NINKI INC. |
| Location | Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. |
| Founded year | 1,897 |
| Main product | Ninki-ichi |
Sake is used in automobile race award ceremonies.
At the awards ceremony for Japan’s auto race, Super Formula, “Ninki-ichi” sparkling sake has been adopted as a substitute for champagne in the “Champagne Fight” tradition.
Basic information on Rich Junmai Ginjo sake (numerical evaluation)
We organize the numerical evaluation of “Denshu Tokubetsu Junmai Sake” with reference to the label and the official website.
| Types of sake | Junmai Ginjo Sake |
| Rice polishing ratio | 60% |
| Raw rice | 100% Japanese sake rice suitable for brewing |
| Alcohol degree | 16% |
drinking temperature
The label of this Japanese sake indicates the recommended drinking temperature.
| cold temperature | normal temperature | forty degrees Celsius | fifty degrees Celsius |
|---|---|---|---|
| very good | very good | good |
Since the flavor and aroma of Japanese sake change depending on the temperature, the recommended drinking temperature is sometimes indicated. However, this is just a rough guide, and it is best to drink it at your preferred temperature.
In Japanese, “forty degrees Celsius” is called “Nurukan” and “fifty degrees Celsius” is called “Atsukan”.
traditional technique
This Japanese sake is brewed using rice steamed in a traditional Japanese kettle called “wagama.”
Impressions of “Ninki-ichi Rich Junmai Ginjo” (evaluation/review)
Now, I would like to introduce what kind of sake Ninki-ichi Rich Junmai Ginjo was.
The color and aroma of “Ninki-ichi Rich Junmai Ginjo”o are as follows.
The Japanese sake was colorless and transparent.
The aroma was very mild, but once tasted, the flavor spread throughout the mouth.
The fragrance was reminiscent of fruits such as pear or melon.
Characteristics of the taste of “Ninki-ichi Rich Junmai Ginjo”
Combined with the sweet aroma that spreads in the mouth, this Japanese sake leaves a strong impression of sweetness and “umami.”
After the sweetness and umami, the taste of Japanese sake changes to its characteristic bitterness and astringency.
Although this Japanese sake has a strong bitterness, those who do not like bitterness can rest assured. After drinking about half of it, I stored the remaining sake in the refrigerator for a few days, and during that time the bitterness had weakened.
Summary
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“Ninki-ichi Rich Junmai Ginjo” is a delicious sake with a strong sweetness and umami flavor. Since it has a strong bitterness, it is recommended for those who are not good with bitterness to drink it a few days after opening, as the bitterness will be slightly reduced.
When opened and exposed to air, some types of Japanese sake will change in flavor. Although this may not always result in a positive outcome depending on personal taste preferences, it can be considered as one of the ways to enjoy Japanese sake.