Kikusui Shuzo Co., Ltd. (based in Shibata, Niigata Prefecture) will begin shipping its autumn-winter limited nigori sake "Gorohachi" (五郎八) on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Gorohachi is a country-style nigori sake made with high-quality rice grown in Niigata, a renowned rice-growing region, and fermented slowly so that the full flavor of the moromi (fermenting mash) can be enjoyed. It is characterized by a freshly made taste and the grainy texture of the rice, and each sip delivers a rich umami. The sake is in season from the chilly days of autumn through the harsh cold of winter. Since its release in 1972 (Showa 47), it has been enjoyed by nigori sake fans for more than 50 years, and it continues to offer the same familiar flavor.
About "Gorohachi"
A Rustic "Inaka Sakaza" Nigori Sake
Gorohachi is a nigori sake with a bold, unpretentious appearance. It is made with 100% Niigata-grown rice and finished with a flavor like old-style doburoku, letting drinkers enjoy the full taste of the rice. With its rich, full-bodied sweetness and the distinctive texture of the moromi it contains, each sip brings a sense of nostalgia. It is described as a true "Inaka Sakaza" (rustic sake gathering) nigori sake.
*What is "sakaza"? A place for a sake banquet or drinking party. In a broader sense, it can also mean a sake brewery.
Enjoy the Season: Brewed Only in Autumn and Winter
Gorohachi is a nigori sake whose rich flavor soaks in slowly and warms the body from the inside. It also pairs very well with the hot pot dishes that appear more often in winter, and it is in season from the chilly days of autumn through the harsh cold of winter.
Gorohachi Cocktails: Delicious Diluted, Too
The grainy texture of the rice and the rich, full-bodied sweetness spread across the mouth, and a deep umami gradually unfolds. Drinking it straight and well chilled is recommended, but it can also be used as a cocktail base. Diluting it lowers the alcohol content while keeping its simple sweetness and rich taste, so it can be enjoyed in many different variations.
Popular mixes include milk and orange juice. A 1:1 ratio is recommended.
Mixing it with caramel or matcha milk also makes an adult-style dessert drink.
Taste Sensor Analysis: Pairing Gorohachi with Hot Pot Dishes
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Hot pot dishes go well with Gorohachi. Various pairings can be enjoyed with dishes such as mizutaki and kimchi nabe.
"Gorogoro, Gorohachi" Special Site Now Open
"Gorohachi" and "gorogoro" (the sound of a purring cat). Like the soothing sound of a cat purring, the special site "Gorogoro, Gorohachi" (ゴロゴロ、ごろはち) was created with the hope that people will relax and enjoy Gorohachi. On the site, cheerful cats introduce free and easy ways to enjoy Gorohachi.
A limited-design "Gorogoro, Gorohachi" can is scheduled for release in January 2027.
https://kikusui-sake.com/home/jp/lp/gorogorogorohachi/
Product Overview
- Product name: Gorohachi (五郎八)
- Sizes and containers: 1,800 ml bottle, 720 ml bottle, 300 ml bottle, 180 ml can
- Manufacturer: Kikusui Shuzo Co., Ltd.
- Category: Liqueur
- Ingredients: Rice, rice koji, brewing alcohol, sugars / acidulant
- Alcohol content: 21%
- Recommended serving styles: On the rocks, chilled
- Taste map: See the chart below
- Retail price: Open price
- Shipping start date: October 13, 2026
- Sales area: Nationwide. This is a seasonal brew, so it will end once supplies run out.
Product page
https://www.kikusui-sake.com/home/jp/products/p019/
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