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TYPES OF SAKE

JUNMAI
Literally means “pure rice”: it is composed of rice, water, koji and yeast. This traditional style of sake was mastered by the end of the 17th century and is generally rich in umami and complex in flavor. It is considered versatile because of its wider range of serving temperatures.

TOKUBETSU JUNMAI
Meaning “special Junmai sake” and it is created with rice that is polished to at least 60%. The use of sake-specific rice or other use of legally recognized special production method would be labeled Tokubetsu. The sake has a gentle taste and a soft texture.

JUNMAI GINJO
This style is characterized by a bright aroma, fruity tastes and delicate body. Classified as sake made from rice polished down to at least 60% and often employing a special process including lower-temperature fermentation and special strains of yeast. The term “Junmai” is used to differentiate between “pure rice” sake and sake with brewer’s alcohol added.

JUNMAI DAIGINJO
Dai means great, hence, “Great Ginjo.” Daiginjo is made from rice polished down to at least 50% or less and also fermented in lower-temperature for a long period of time. It often use sake-specific rice. The term “Junmai” is used to differentiate between “pure rice” sake and sake with brewer’s alcohol added.

NAMA
Unpasteurized.

NIGORI
Unfiltered (coarsely filtered) sake, with a milky white appearance.

KIMOTO
Kimoto represent the most traditional method of sake making, perfected in the 17th century. It uses a fermentation starter that employs the laborious task of pounding streamed rice into a paste. It is known to display complex but well-balanced flavors, with enhanced umami and acidity.

YAMAHAI
This type of sake making evolved from the Kimoto method was discovered in 1909 by scientists. It is known for developing complexity and deep flavors equal to Kimoto style sake.

GENSHU
Genshu is undiluted sake. After filtration, sake has an alcohol content of around 19%+. Most sake on the market has been diluted with water down to 12-16%. Genshu is full-bodied and has a rich taste.

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Please note that we only ship domestic alcoholic products to the following states: AK, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, KS, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, ND, NH, NV, NM, NY, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI and WY. You must be 21 years or older in order to place orders. Non-alcohol merchandise can be shipped to any U.S. address. No products (alcohol and non-alcohol products) can be shipped outside of U.S.A.

A rich and aromatic plum wine that is a traditional elixir of health in the Japanese home.

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TAKARA Plum › Plum Wine, 1.5L THUMBNAIL
Takara Plum is a rich, sweet and aromatic plum wine suitable as an aperitif.
$16.95
Type: Plum Wine
Alcohol: 12%
Brewed in: Berkeley, CA
Gluten Free: Yes
No HFCS: Yes
Buy a Case: 6
Available Sizes: 1.5L*,44,750ml,46
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TAKARA Plum › Plum Wine, 750ml THUMBNAIL
Takara Plum is a rich, sweet and aromatic plum wine suitable as an aperitif.
$9.50
Type: Plum Wine
Alcohol: 12%
Brewed in: Berkeley, CA
Gluten Free: Yes
No HFCS: Yes
Buy a Case: 12
Available Sizes: 1.5L,44,750ml*,46
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KINSEN Plum › Plum Wine, 1.5L THUMBNAIL
Kinsen Plum is sweet with intense summer fruit flavor. Serve it straight or on the rocks.
$14.95
Type: Plum Wine
Alcohol: 12%
Brewed in: Berkeley, CA
Gluten Free: Yes
Buy a Case: 6
Available Sizes: 1.5L*,45,750ml,47
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KINSEN Plum › Plum Wine, 750ml THUMBNAIL
Kinsen Plum is sweet with intense summer fruit flavor. Serve it straight or on the rocks.
$8.50
Type: Plum Wine
Alcohol: 12%
Brewed in: Berkeley, CA
Gluten Free: Yes
Buy a Case: 12
Available Sizes: 1.5L,45,750ml*,47
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KOSHU Plum › Plum Sake, 750ml THUMBNAIL
Koshu Plum is a rich, sweet and refreshing taste with hints of cherry and almond.
$8.00
Type: Plum Sake
Alcohol: 12%
Brewed in: Berkeley, CA
Sulfite Free: Yes
Gluten Free: Yes
Buy a Case: 12
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Legal Limit on Your Sake Purchase

Please note that we only ship domestic alcoholic products to the following states: AK, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, KS, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, ND, NH, NV, NM, NY, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI and WY. You must be 21 years or older in order to place orders. Non-alcohol merchandise can be shipped to any U.S. address. No products (alcohol and non-alcohol products) can be shipped outside of U.S.A. *Shipping restriction applies for imported alcohol products.

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WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/alcohol

Certified Kosher by Orthodox Union

Takara Sake USA produces a variety of Sake and Mirin products that are certified "pareve" by Orthodox Union, the world's leading kosher certifying organization. To find an OU approved item, just look for the "Kosher (OU)" statement appearing to the right of any certified product.