Brewery
With origins dating back to 1666 in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, Yaegaki boasts a 350 + year legacy of meticulous sake brewing by hand. Benefiting from fertile soil and pristine water sources, the region is ideal for cultivating the renowned Yamada Nishiki sake rice. Yaegaki is also a trailblazer in international sake production, crafting quality brews at its U.S. brewery in Los Angeles.
Product Description
Brewed in Japan. Ritsu combines the rich umami of Yamada Nishiki rice and the crisp lightness of Gohyakumangoku rice. This Junmai sake has a delightfully fruity aroma with a light and harmonius taste.
Tasting Notes: Umami rich, Crisp refreshing, Well-balanced
Nose: A hint of green apples and banana
Taste: Umami, crisp aftertaste
Pairing Recommendation: By itself or with rich meals: Yakitori, Karaage, Carbonara, Yam Woon Sen
Recommended Sake Temperature
- Jokan (Slighty Hot Sake) 45°C/113°F
- Nurukan (Warm Sake) 40°C/104°F
- Hitohadakan (Body Temperature) 35°C/95°F
- Hinatakan (Sunbathing) 30°C/86F°
- Jo-on (Room Temperature) 20°C/68°F
- Suzuhie (Autumn Breeze) 15°C/59°F
- Hanahie (Chilled Spring Flower) 10°C/51°F
PRODUCT INFO
- CLASS: JUNMAI
- BREWERY: YAEGAKI
- REGION: CALIFORNIA
- ABV: 15%
- SMV: +1
- Rice Polished: 65%
- Type of rice: YAMADANISHKI, GOHYAKUMANGOKU
- Dry
- Light and Dry
- Best Served: ICED, CHILLED
- SKU: 05133 12/300ml
- Yaegaki Pairing Chart