Abe Junmai Sake -- 阿部酒造「あべ」純米酒 - 720ml

Tasting Notes

ABE Junmai boasts a distinctive umami flavor profile upon the first sip, complemented by hints of melon that transition to a grapefruit-like bitterness upon finishing. This variety is crafted using the same brewing techniques and style as ABE's Junmai Ginjo, but with a lower rice polish ratio. Moreover, instead of adhering to a cookie-cutter recipe or methodology, the team prioritizes the unique character of each individual tank. As a result, the sake from each tank possesses its own distinct and enjoyable flavor profile. 

Brewery Description

Founded in 1804

In 2015, ABE SHUZO, a Niigata-based brewery, underwent a revival under 6th-generation leader Yuta Abe. Returning to Kashiwazaki, he aimed to create a brewery the town could cherish. Using exclusively Niigata rice and yeast, Abe prioritizes local resources. He innovates by crafting cola from sake lees for those unable to consume sake and focuses on sustainability by repurposing lees as brewer's alcohol and fertilizer for farms.

Driven by the mantra "Enjoy Fermentation," Abe and his team emphasize flavor over efficiency. They halt fermentation not solely based on alcohol content but when they sense optimal flavor, allowing batch variations. Ranked #1 in Niigata by 'Sake Times,' Abe proudly represents the region's rich sake tradition, now reaching audiences in the States.

Additional Information

Prefecture: Niigata

Classification: Junmai

Rice Varieties: various Niigata local farm rice 

Polishing Ratio: 65-80% (Depending on Batch)

ABV: 14-16% (Depending on Batch)

Size: 720ml