“With notes of banana, citrus, and melon, this rich and full-bodied sake was designed to complement Iwate Prefecture's famous Maesawa beef.”
An award-winning meat-pairing sake, best savoured in a Bordeaux wine glass. For those who appreciate hot sake, Oshu No Ryu can also be served warmed to accentuate its captivating aromas and flavours.
“With notes of banana, citrus, and melon, this rich and full-bodied sake was designed to complement Iwate Prefecture's famous Maesawa beef.”
An award-winning meat-pairing sake, best savoured in a Bordeaux wine glass. For those who appreciate hot sake, Oshu No Ryu can also be served warmed to accentuate its captivating aromas and flavours.
Characteristics of Oshu no Ryu Tokubetsu Junmai
ABV: 15%
Grade: Tokubetsu Junmai
Taste: Velvety & Rich
Storage: Keep in a cool dark and dry place
Rice Variety: Kame no O
Brewing Method: Sokujo
Polishing Ratio: 60%
Food Pairing
This “red meat” sake pairs nicely with steak, a sunday roast, and other rich dishes.
Recommended Serving Temperature
Chilled
Heated
Region
Iwate Meijo is located in Iwate Prefecture.
Iwate Meijo Brewery
Founded in 1858, Iwate Meijo is located in Oshu city, home to the famous Maesawa Beef and Major League Baseball player, Shohei Ohtani. As the only sake brewery left in the city, Iwate Meijo aims “to be a company that is loved by the local people and can contribute to the development of the local community.” In alignment with this mission, the brewery has cultivated valuable partnerships with local farmers, ensuring the production of high-quality sake-specific rice that rivals varieties from warmer regions of Japan.
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