| Brand | Hyakumoku |
| Region | Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | |
| ABV | 15.5% |
Product details
Hyaku Moku is Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewery’s new challenge, a product line from Japanese sake to global sake. Alt.3 is a masterful blend of Genshu brewed from Yamada Nishiki rice from Hyogo “Special A” Grand Cru terroir, a third offering from a brewery representing the finest in sake for over 350 years. Bright and present, it blossoms with sweetness, bitterness, freshness, and roundness, forming a harmonious body. Its rich, complex taste might be a perfect match to the savory flavors of white fish, butter meuniere, or other light yet flavorful fresh ingredients.
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Hyaku Moku Alt.3 offers a rich and complex tasting experience with its deep umami flavors and balanced acidity. On the nose, it presents aromas of ripe fruits, toasted nuts, and a hint of caramel. The palate is full-bodied, with layers of flavors including dried fruits, roasted nuts, and a touch of honeyed sweetness, all balanced by a refreshing acidity. Its lingering finish leaves a satisfying impression.
The best way to enjoy Hyaku Moku Alt.3 is to serve it slightly chilled to enhance its rich and balanced flavors. This sake pairs well with various dishes but is particularly suitable for grilled meats, seafood, and flavorful dishes. When tasting, use a sake cup to fully appreciate its rich aroma and layered palate.
Hyaku Moku Sake by Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. is made with 100% Kanokai “special A” field Yamada Nishiki rice. The path to fine sake begins with fine rice, and Yamada Nishiki is one of the highest-ranked of all sake rice varietals. Great sake is born from great water. To brew the uncompromisingly finest-grade Yamada Nishiki sake rice, only the natural subsoil "sanctuary water" miyamizu will do. It is the reason that sake produced in the Nada district is said to be so superior. They manage 15 miyamizu wells at their source in the Rokko Mountains—far more than any other brewer—and use them unstintingly.
Tradition is the sum of unceasing innovation, and this challenge aims to unite all minds involved in sake rice growing and sake fermentation. Hyaku Moku's commanding sharpness, rich moisture, and umami create harmony, revealing the subtleties of foods and opening doors to extravagance in sake dining.
