Koshi no Homare “Hiyaoroshi”
Niigata prefecture
No sake like this snow sake
This seasonal release is brewed using last fall’s Gohyakumangoku rice, which has been pasteurized and matured to develop flavor and aroma. The sake gets buried under snow for 250 days, hence the brilliant snowflake adorned on the bottle. This snow maturation with high humidity leads to an expanding flavor that is both well-balanced and pleasant. Pairs well with simple dishes like sashimi or grilled seasonal fish.
Characteristics
Brand | Koshi no Homare |
Brewery | Hara Brewing Company |
Category | Junmai Ginjo |
Subcategory | Namazume |
Taste Profile | Light & Dry |
Rice variety | Rice grown in Niigata |
Yeast variety | Niigata (G74NFarg) |
Alcohol | 16.00% |
RPR | 60% |
SMV | 4 |
Acidity | 1.3 |
Serving Temperature
- Recommended
- Not Recommended
Region
Koshi no Homare is made in Niigata prefecture in the Hokuriku region.
Taste Metrics
Tasting Notes
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Asian Pear
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Mineral
Recommended Pairing
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Sushi/Sashimi
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Seafood
Hara Brewing Company
Founded in 1814, this Niigata brewery has seen its fair share of natural disasters, from fires to earthquakes, but they didn’t let that stop them. The brewers rebuilt the brewery each time it was damaged, and their passion never fizzled. In fact, the fourth owner, Kichiro, created the company motto of “Sake that brings happiness” after he lost the brewery to a fire in 1911. Today, the brewers hope their Koshi no Homare brand can bring joy and luck to anyone who drinks it. The brewery is known for its soft water from Mount Yoneyama, and for developing their own brands of rice.
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