Isojiman Tokubetsu Junmai "omachi 53" Sake 720ml

Isojiman Tokubetsu Junmai "Omachi 53" Pride of the Seashore Sake 720mL 16-17% ABV - Premium tokubetsu junmai from legendary Isojiman Shuzo brewery in Shizuoka Prefecture. Crafted with prized heirloom Bizen Akaiwa Omachi rice from Okayama (perfect soil and climate) polished to exceptional 53%, medium-soft well water from Mount Aino, and proprietary Isojiman New-5-1 house yeast. Signature 72-hour koji development for incredible depth. Trophy winner at London's largest wine competition. Lively, bracing, full-bodied, and assertive with complex layered character. White peach, pear, honeydew melon, white grape, crisp apple with fresh cut herbs and definitive saline finish. Rich umami-laden sake ideal for seafood, especially freshly cracked oysters. Bucket List brew showcasing Omachi rice at its finest. Professional sake for aficionados and newcomers alike. Available now at Hi Proof Whisky & Spirits & Wine.

 

About Omachi Rice: Akaiwa Omachi is heirloom sake rice from Okayama Prefecture, specifically Akaiwa city, widely recognized as having perfect soil and climatic conditions for Omachi cultivation. This is among the finest Omachi rice available, lending signature body and herbal complexity.

Appearance: Bright, fresh, and lush with crystal clarity.

Aroma: Stellar collection of butternut, beets, green beans, minerals, and rich rice aromas. Sweet rice, nougat, cooked apples, powdered sugar, butter, and ocean water create complexity. Delicate notes of melon, banana, white peach, and pear. Natural aromatic profile that excludes high ginjo fragrance in favor of pure, natural scents. Professional sake personified.

Palate: Ripe, full-bodied, rich, and frisky with exceptional complexity. Honeydew melon, white grape, crisp apple, and young pear provide fruit character. Heaping helping of umami qualities defines the experience. Very layered brew with vocal rice tones on a savory flow that thickens as it warms in the glass. Heavy cream, vanilla custard, and cookie dough add richness. Fresh cut herbs and herbal complexity from the Omachi rice. Lively and bracing, full-bodied and assertive yet drinks more smooth than heavy. Rich and zesty in a single glass - a great accomplishment. Layered, grainy goodness from the prized Akaiwa Omachi rice. Remarkably mellow and soft mouthfeel despite the body. Pure and natural flavor profile.

Finish: Definitive saline finish that evokes the coastal "Pride of the Seashore" character. Quite dry despite the richness. Peppery notes and umami linger. Darker shades of fresh herbs balance the initial fruit sweetness. Ocean brine and mineral salinity make this an ideal seafood pairing sake.

Production Details:

• Brewery: Isojiman Shuzo (est. ~200 years ago), Shizuoka Prefecture
• Rice: Bizen Akaiwa Omachi from Okayama Prefecture, polished to 53%
• Water: Medium-soft well water from Mount Aino (Southern Alps/Minami Alps)
• Yeast: Proprietary Isojiman New-5-1 house yeast (specially suited for Omachi rice)
• Koji Development: 72 hours (vs. standard 40 hours)
• Fermentation: Ultra-low temperature fermentation
• Sake Meter Value (SMV): +4 (dry)
• Acidity: 1.2