• Zaruso Hourai Junmai Ginjo Queeen Namagenshu (720ml)
  • Zaruso Hourai Junmai Ginjo Queeen Namagenshu (720ml)

Zaruso Hourai Junmai Ginjo Queeen Namagenshu (720ml) 残草蓬莱 純米吟醸 Queeen (クイーン) 生原酒

An ABV of 12% with a great deal more character than many of the low alcohol brews on the market. Starting with a refreshing aroma resulting from the use of #7 yeast, hints of apple combine with good umami notes. As a Genshu it provides a juicy sensation, a delicate balance of sweetness and acidity, and a natural effervescence from direct bottling which makes it that much more refreshing.

style
floral and fruity
availability
limited release
on the palate
refreshing combination of sweetness acidity and umami
on the nose
fresh fuji apple
RPR (Rice Polishing Ratio)
60%
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The Queeen has been all the rage in Japanese sake fan magazines as of late as a rare, low ABV Genshu .

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Characteristics特徴

Prefecture
kanagawa
Rice
dewasansan
Alcohol
12%
SMV (Sake Meter Value)
-6
Acidity
2.3
Water Source
subsoil water originating from mt. tanzawa
Yeast
proprietary

How to enjoy楽しみ方

Recommended pairings
cantonese cuisine | spiced dishes | pizza
Serving temperature
11°-16°
Serving vessels
white wine glass

Oya Takashi Shuzo大矢孝酒造

Now operating under its 8th generation of Kuramoto, the brewery has 2 well established brands, "Zaruso Hourai" and "Shoryu Hourai". The Zaruso Hourai brand represents sake made in the Sokujo brewing method in which lactic acid is added to the yeast starter, a more modern and consistently used method of brewing. This brand includes the Queeen, a full flavoured genshu, yet slightly lower alcohol, that has become a favorite amongst younger sake fans who want something that does not make them so easily intoxicated.