Akebono Shuzo | Junmai Ginjo
Kurazakura
This seasonal sake, lighter in alcohol, is the first of four released throughout the year. This first variant references the cherry trees around Akebono Shuzo, which have quietly watched the brewery grow over the years. Origarami sake strikes a superb balance of sweetness and acidity and shows best in a wine glass, so the aromas can be fully appreciated.
Sake type: Junmai Ginjo
Rice type: Yamadanishiki
Polishing: 50%
Alcohol percentage: 14%
Prefecture: Fukushima
Content: 720 ml
Tasting notes: Aroma of ripe fruit. The flavor is light and refreshing, with a touch of sweetness and a smooth, creamy texture.
Recommended pairing: Pairs well with raw fish, marinated seafood, and soft cheeses.
Serving temperature: Chilled.
Akebono Shuzo, founded in 1904, is a highly respected sake brewery located in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture. The brewery is situated in the Aizubange area, renowned for its extreme seasonal temperature shifts and pristine natural surroundings. This environment provides ideal conditions for sake production, especially for Akebono’s Tenmei series. The current owner, Kouichi Suzuki, is a fourth-generation brewer—and the first man to lead the brewery. Before him, his mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother all served as heads of the brewery.