Japan
Far Yeast Tokyo IPA
Belgian yeast and American hops create an aromatic IPA with a lively balance of fruit, spice and citrus. Malt and gentle roasted notes give the palate a composed centre, while citrus-led hops add clear bitterness and freshness through the finish. The result is expressive yet highly drinkable. Serve cold with yakitori, fried chicken, grilled pork, spicy noodles, sharp cheddar or a richly topped pizza.
Far Yeast Mori to Mori Rice Ale
Fruity ginjo aromatics and delicate hops meet a crisp, dry rice-ale palate. Brewed with Japanese rice, barley and sake yeast, the beer brings together the freshness of beer with the fragrant lift associated with sake fermentation. Subtle fruit carries through the clean finish without becoming sweet or heavy. Serve cold with yakitori, tonkatsu, grilled fish, savoury snacks, tempura or lightly spiced dishes.
Shinobu Whisky Highball
Brisk carbonation opens with sandalwood, incense, vanilla and a fine thread of citrus zest. Mellow malt sweetness meets the distinctive spice of Mizunara oak, while the soda keeps the palate crisp, dry and refreshing. The finish is clean and gently woody, with a subtle floral-honey note that adds length without sweetness. Serve thoroughly chilled or over ice to preserve its precise bubbles and polished Japanese highball character.
Gekkeikan NV Japanese Plum Wine 750 mL
Subtly sweet and full-bodied, with ripe plum nectar at the centre and a gentle touch of apple and pear tartness bringing balance. Notes of peach, nectarine, toasted almond and warm spice add depth without overwhelming the fruit. The finish is long, smooth and clean. Serve chilled, over ice, with spicy dishes or alongside a simple fruit dessert.
Yamamoto Doh-Kara Extra Dry Junmai
A fresh, lightly aromatic opening gives way to a brief hint of sweetness before the palate turns decisively dry. Clean rice flavour and a bright, ginjo-like lift keep the middle focused, while the extra-dry structure builds toward the finish. The final impression is crisp and energetic, with savoury clarity, faint sweetness and firm dryness arriving in a well-defined sequence.
Sohomare Kimoto Junmai Daiginjo Sake
Herbal notes, clove and orange peel lead into stone fruit and a subtle earthy savouriness. The palate is silky and layered, balancing honeyed richness with roasted nuts, clean acidity and a measured thread of umami. Traditional kimoto brewing gives the texture depth without making it heavy. The finish is composed and persistent, leaving citrus, cream, mushroom and a gently dry, food-friendly close.
Senkin Nature Junmai Sake
Subtle earthiness and delicate floral notes shape the aroma, leading into a soft, rounded palate with clear rice sweetness. Gentle acidity brings freshness and keeps the richer umami character in balance. The texture is calm and composed rather than heavy, with savoury depth unfolding gradually. A clean, lightly tangy finish leaves the floral and grain notes neatly aligned.
Senkin Issei Junmai Daiginjo
White peach, muscat and green apple lift from the glass, followed by winter melon and a quiet floral note. The palate is silky and clear, balancing gentle sweetness with lively acidity and a savoury thread of umami. Fresh fruit remains precise rather than lush. The finish is clean and graceful, leaving apple, melon, soft honey and a lightly mouthwatering edge.
Mimurosugi Bodaimoto Sake 720 mL
A gentle, clean aroma introduces fresh rice and a softly rounded savoury note. The palate is light in movement but carries rich umami through a smooth, layered texture. Fine acidity gives the middle definition and keeps the richness poised. The finish gathers quiet power without becoming heavy, leaving delicate grain, fresh acidity and a clear, composed aftertaste.
Kiku-Masamune Junmai Ginjo
Underripe pear and a touch of clove shape the aroma, with a fuller fruit note emerging as it opens. The palate is mellow and balanced, combining refreshing savouriness with a gently rounded texture. Crisp fruit keeps the centre lively while the spice adds definition. The finish is clean and composed, carrying pear, light spice and a subtle rice-driven richness in an even line.
Kirakucho Tokiwataru
Delicate ginjo aromatics and rice umami meet in an intricate, quietly powerful profile. The palate balances finesse with a deep core of flavour, carrying the savoury grain character through a measured, layered middle. Low-temperature maturation preserves the elegant shape while allowing the rice to remain clearly present. The final impression stays layered and poised, leaving gentle aromatics, rice depth and restrained power together.
Kidoizumi Afruge No. 2 2018 Junmai Sake
Bright acidity gives this sake a vivid, vinous profile, while extended maturation brings breadth and quiet complexity. Time in a used white-wine barrel adds a measured oak influence without overwhelming the rice character. The palate feels layered and composed, moving from tangy freshness toward a rounder, more mature impression. The finish is persistent and neatly balanced, with acidity and barrel character held in careful proportion.
Kidoizumi Afruge No. 1 2018 Junmai Sake
Bright acidity gives this junmai sake a vivid, vinous shape, while a single-stage fermentation builds concentration and character. Six months in a used red-wine barrel introduce red fruit and gentle oak, followed by a further eighteen months of maturation for added depth. The palate feels layered and savoury, moving from tangy freshness toward a rounder close shaped by mature fruit and soft oak tones.
Tamanohikari Junmai Ginjo Karakuchi 1.8 L
Fresh rice and delicate orchard fruit lead a clean, understated aroma. The palate is distinctly dry, with natural acidity bringing a brisk, refreshing edge and a gentle savoury note adding depth. Its texture is smooth but never heavy, allowing the rice character to remain clear through the middle. The finish is crisp and composed, leaving a subtle umami impression and a pure, lightly mineral aftertaste.
IWA 5 Assemblage 3
Bright floral and vegetal aromas open with remarkable definition, slowly deepening toward white pepper and darker, quieter tones. The palate is poised and almost weightless, yet carries real intensity and energy. Sweet, bitter, sour, spicy and savoury elements move in balance rather than isolation. The finish is tactile, racy and mouthwatering, lingering with refined smoothness and a clean, composed sense of depth.