Takara Shuzo Co., Ltd. is releasing "Shochikubai Daiginjo Limited Brew" in limited quantities across Japan on Monday, November 2, 2026.
The sake is a daiginjo made with Yamada Nishiki rice grown in Hyogo Prefecture, polished to a 35% polishing ratio and carefully brewed using techniques geared toward entering the National New Sake Appraisal. It is characterized by a floral ginjo aroma and a mellow taste in which sweetness and acidity are in harmony.
Product Features
1. Same Ingredients and Brewing as Sake Entered in the National New Sake Appraisal
Using brewing techniques developed with entries to the National New Sake Appraisal in mind, the sake is made with 100% Hyogo-grown Yamada Nishiki rice, polished to a 35% polishing ratio and carefully brewed.
2. Floral Ginjo Aroma With a Subtle Sweetness and Umami of Rice
The sake is characterized by a floral ginjo aroma and a mellow taste in which sweetness and acidity are in harmony. Its quality taste can be enjoyed on special occasions such as the year-end and New Year holidays.
Product Details
Product Name: Shochikubai Daiginjo Limited Brew (Gentei Jozo) (2026)
Type: Japanese sake
Volume / Container: 720ml / glass bottle
Alcohol Content: 16.0% to under 17.0%
Ingredients: Rice (domestic), rice koji (domestic rice), brewing alcohol
Sake Quality: Sake meter value -2 / acidity 1.2
Reference Retail Price: ¥1,980 (excl. tax)
Sales Area: Nationwide
Release Date: Monday, November 2, 2026
