Momokawa “Pearl” Nigori
Oregon
Creamy goodness you can’t miss
Pearls bring to mind elegance and timelessness. Momokawa “Pearl” Nigori expresses these concepts as a breathtaking sake. The vanilla scent lightens the soul before you take a dip into this sake’s delightful creaminess. A tropical wonderland of coconut, pineapple and banana wash over the palate and the heart, making you feel like you’re on an everlasting vacation, dancing in the sand and maybe even finding an iridescent pearl.
Characteristics
| Brand | Momokawa |
| Brewery | SakéOne |
| Category | Junmai Ginjo |
| Subcategory | Nigori |
| Taste Profile | Rich & Sweet |
| Rice variety | Calrose |
| Yeast variety | In-house |
| Alcohol | 14.80% |
| RPR | 58% |
| SMV | -10 |
| Acidity | 2.5 |
Serving Temperature
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Recommended
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Not Recommended
Region
Momokawa is made in Oregon.
Taste Metrics
Tasting Notes
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Pineapple
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Banana
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Coconut
Recommended Pairing
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Seafood
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Meat
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Cheese
SakéOne
First established in 1992 as a premium Japanese sake importer, SakéOne began brewing sake in Forest Grove, Oregon, in 1997 using the pristine waters of Willamette Valley and exclusive rice produced in Sacramento Valley. Their indomitable spirit and dedication to brewing high-quality sake led them to become America’s first successful craft sake producer. Their current brewmaster, Takumi Kuwabara, brings a mixing of culture and a wealth of expertise in U.S. sake brewing to the table. With his specialization in premium and high-end sake, SakéOne is set to continue brewing loveable and exciting sake for years to come.
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Welcome To Your Sake Journey!
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