• Class / Category: Junmai-shu (Unfiltered Unpasteurized Undiluted Sake / 純米 無濾過生原酒)
• Ingredients: Rice (Domestic), Rice Koji (Domestic Rice)
• Rice Variety: Akita Sake Komachi (100% Akita Komachi)
• Rice Polishing Ratio: 60%
• Yeast: Akita Yeast No. 12
• Alcohol Content (ABV): 18%
• Sake Meter Value (SMV): +3.8
• Acidity: 2.1
• Amino Acid Level: 1.3

Overview & Story: Kikusui Shuzo is renowned for its signature aging technique—maturing sake deep within a dark, underground tunnel kept at a constant 11°C (52°F) year-round. However, KIKUSUI 2025BY Batch No. 1 offers a rare and captivating contrast: it is bottled before entering the tunnel. This release marks the first time ever that Kikusui’s fresh, unpasteurized, and undiluted Nama Genshu is being made available to international markets!

Uniqueness & Selling Points:

• First-Ever Overseas Release: For the first time, international sake enthusiasts can experience the raw, vibrant flavor of Kikusui's very first batch of the brewing season—a fresh-from-the-brewery taste previously available only locally.
• Ultra-Fresh & Lively Profile: Bypassing the aging process, heat pasteurization, and filtration, this Muroka Nama Genshu captures the pure, energetic spirit of freshly pressed sake in its most authentic form.
• Gentle Banana Aroma: Features a soft, comforting aroma reminiscent of sweet bananas, creating an inviting sensory experience from the first pour.
• Bold Yet Refreshing: Bottled at a rich 18% ABV with a crisp acidity (2.1), it balances a robust body with a light, surprisingly clean finish (+3.8 SMV).
• 100% Akita Provenance: Crafted entirely with regional Akita ingredients—100% local Akita Sake Komachi rice (polished to 60%) and fermented with signature Akita Yeast No. 12.

Pairing Recommendations:

With its rich body and refreshing acidity, this vibrant sake pairs beautifully with rich seafood (salmon, yellowtail, sashimi), tempura, savory yakitori, and creamy cheeses. Serve well-chilled.