Izumibashi “Gold Dragonfly”
Kanagawa prefecture
Cultivated with care, brewed with tradition
Izumibashi Brewing Company's dragonfly emblem represents their commitment to reduce pesticides when cultivating sake rice. Crafted using the traditional kimoto method in small batches, their junmai is made from the rare Rakufumai sake rice grown exclusively on their farm. This newer variety is harvested early, polished in-house, and brewed using a traditional "fune" press rarely employed today. Only the finest "nakadori" sake, from the middle of the yield, is utilized, ensuring a distinctive and flavorful product.
Characteristics
Brand | Izumibashi |
Brewery | Izumibashi Brewing Company |
Category | Junmai Daiginjo |
Subcategory | Kimoto |
Taste Profile | Rich & Sweet |
Rice variety | Rakufumai |
Yeast variety | Association No. 1801 |
Alcohol | 16.00% |
RPR | 35% |
SMV | 0 |
Acidity | 1.5 |
Serving Temperature
- Recommended
- Not Recommended
Region
Izumibashi is made in Kanagawa prefecture in the Kanto region.
Taste Metrics
Tasting Notes
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Apple
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Melon
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Anise
Recommended Pairing
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Fruits
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Aperitif
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Seafood
Izumibashi Brewing Company
Sake making at Izumibashi Brewing Company is all about commitment to natural and traditional processes. The current president, Yuichi Hashiba, is responsible for creating their dragonfly logo, expressing their philosophy to use safe, environmentally friendly rice growing methods to make sure the dragonfly can come back to the fields every year. Rarely you will find a sake brewery that is committed to growing all of their sake rice, polishing their rice in-house, and brewing it in the most labor-intensive, traditional ways, such as using the smallest batch called “koji buta,” and incorporating kimoto methods.
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Introduction
Welcome To Your Sake Journey!
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Lesson 1
What Is Sake?
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What Is Sake Made of and How Is It Made?
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Lesson 3
What Is Rice Polishing Ratio?
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Lesson 4
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Lesson 5
How To Store Sake
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Lesson 6
How To Drink and Serve Sake
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Lesson 7
Food Pairing Guide
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