| Brand | Imayo Tsukasa |
| Region | Niigata, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai |
| ABV | 12% |
Product details
Imayo Tsukasa IMA Junmai Sake embodies the essence of innovation, mastery, and art—values represented in its name. Created by Imayo Tsukasa, a sake brewery dedicated to bridging the past and present, IMA Junmai Sake honors Japan's rich brewing traditions while embracing modern concepts and design. This sake is a testament to their mission: to craft beverages that resonate with today’s tastes and lifestyles.
Designed specifically to pair with oysters, this sake was meticulously developed over three years to achieve perfect harmony with the delicacy of seafood. Its balanced flavor profile enhances the natural sweetness and umami of oysters, making it an exceptional choice for refined pairings. Whether enjoyed as part of a gourmet meal or a unique dining experience, IMA Junmai Sake is a masterpiece of tradition and innovation.
Rice: 100% Niigata rice | Polishing Ratio: 65%
Imayo Tsukasa IMA Junmai Sake offers a tangy, white wine-like flavor that pairs perfectly with oysters—raw, cooked, or smoked. Its low iron content prevents any fishy aftertaste, while malic acid enhances both freshness and nutrient absorption, elevating every bite.
Imayo Tsukasa IMA Junmai Sake pairs beautifully with seafood dishes like oysters, and carpaccio, and light, fresh options such as Caprese salad. Its balanced acidity and umami enhance delicate flavors, making it a versatile choice for refined pairings.
Imayo Tsukasa, an All Pure Rice Sake Brewery, aims to be an "only junmai" company, focusing on producing high-level sake with premium options like Junmai Daiginjo, Junmai Ginjo, and Junmaishu. Imayo Tsukasa uses 100% high-quality Niigata rice for all sake production, except for one sake. The company uses proven techniques to monitor the rice at every stage of production.
Water plays a vital role in sake-making, especially in the final stages when water is added to the product. The choice of water source depends on taste, smell, and purity, with iron and manganese breaking down liquor production. To ensure the best taste and purity, Imayo Tsukasa upgraded from using tap water to the Niigata mountain water of Suganatake, which is known for its delicious taste. The company values the importance of using pure water in sake making, ensuring the sake is not overly sweet or alcoholic.
