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Amabuki Shuzo | Junmai , Japan

Amabuki Gin No Kurenai Junmai Sake, Japan

Amabuki Gin No Kurenai Junmai Sake, Japan

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Amabuki Gin No Kurenai Junmai Sake, Japan is a dazzling expression of modern sake artistry, crafted by the historic Amabuki Sake Brewery in Saga Prefecture. Distinct for its rose-colored hue and vibrant flavor, this unique sake is brewed using ancient black rice and the brewery’s signature flower yeasts, resulting in a bottle that’s as captivating on the palate as it is in the glass.

Product Details:

  • Category: Junmai
  • Rice Variety: Saga No Hana, Ancient Black Rice
  • Yeast: Flower Yeast (Strawberry, Queen of the Night)
  • Alcohol: 15.5%
  • Polishing Ratio (RPR): 55%
  • SMV: +2
  • Acidity: 1.6
  • Region: Saga Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan

Sensory Description:

Amabuki Gin No Kurenai pours a vivid, rose-tinted hue that immediately sets it apart. On the nose and palate, it bursts with enticing notes of raspberry, cassis, hibiscus, and juniper, lifted by a subtle zing of acidity. The texture is both crisp and plush, with the richness of the black rice balanced beautifully by a clean, dry finish. Its layered, fruit-forward profile makes it incredibly versatile—both refreshing and sophisticated.

Producer's Background:

Amabuki Sake Brewery, founded during the Genroku period (1688–1704), has over 300 years of brewing heritage. Nestled in Saga Prefecture, the brewery is known for its experimental use of flower yeasts and high-quality local ingredients from the fertile Saga Plains and pure Sefuri mountain spring water. The name "Amabuki" pays homage to the nearby Mount Amabuki and reflects the brewery’s commitment to elegant, aromatic sake designed to enhance moments of peace and pleasure.

Serving Suggestions:

Best enjoyed chilled in a Champagne flute, white wine glass, or over ice. This sake shines as an aperitif but also pairs beautifully with seafood, charcuterie, berry-based desserts, or soft cheeses. Ideal serving temperature ranges from 8–12°C.

With its rose-colored brilliance and expressive fruit-driven character, Amabuki Gin No Kurenai Junmai Sake, Japan, is a radiant and refined addition to any sake collection—perfect for celebratory moments or quiet reflection alike.

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