Emishiki “Sensation” Black
Shiga prefecture
Modern sake to pair with spice
The “Sensation” series from Emishiki Brewing Company aims to provide contemporary sake at a friendly price. The Association No. 7 lineage yeast, which is a stable fermenter, is blended with in-house yeast to produce a fresh, fruity aroma with an expanding mouthfeel. It has a nice, clean finish and goes well with a wide range of foods, from spice-heavy Middle Eastern dishes to grilled seafood with herbs.
Characteristics
Brand | Emishiki |
Brewery | Emishiki Brewing Company |
Category | Junmai |
Subcategory | Genshu |
Taste Profile | Rich & Sweet |
Rice variety | Tamasakae |
Yeast variety | Association No. 7 lineage, In-house |
Alcohol | 16.00% |
RPR | 50% |
SMV | -2 |
Acidity | 1.7 |
Serving Temperature

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Region

Emishiki is made in Shiga prefecture in the Kinki region.
Taste Metrics
Tasting Notes
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Earth
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Apple
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Strawberry
Recommended Pairing
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Seafood
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Meat
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Aperitif

Emishiki Brewing Company
Emishiki Brewing Company was founded in 1892 in Shiga prefecture, a landlocked prefecture famous for Japan’s largest lake, Lake Biwako, and a vast natural landscape of mountains and streams. “Emi” means to smile, and “shiki” refers to the four seasons. Emishiki, named by the second-...
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