Mitsutake Crisp Junmai Daiginjo

Mitsutake Crisp Junmai Daiginjo is a refined, modern craft sake produced by the historic Mitsutake Brewery in Saga Prefecture, Japan. The brewery utilizes traditional small-batch wooden box methods (koji hako) to handcraft the koji, balancing old-world technique with contemporary taste profiles. It is brewed using a blend of high-grade Yamada Nishiki rice for the koji and local Yumeshizuku rice, both polished down to 50%. By fermenting these rice varieties with two distinct yeast strains, the sake develops a unique layered aroma and a well-rounded structure. True to its name, the profile delivers a light, refreshing, and crisp texture accompanied by subtle herbaceous aromas and gentle fruit notes reminiscent of green apple. Despite its clean and vibrant lightness, it maintains a mellow rice umami on the palate that creates a balanced, silky finish. Because of its dry, uplifting character, Mitsutake Crisp shines when served chilled and pairs exceptionally well with seafood. It seamlessly complements raw preparations such as oysters on the half-shell, octopus carpaccio, sashimi, and sushi, as well as delicate cooked dishes like sole meunière or light fried fish.