Tamagawa “Tokubetsu Junmai” Heart of Oak
Kyoto prefecture
Creamy, nutty happiness
Tamagawa “Tokubetsu Junmai” Heart of Oak is a signature junmai brewed by the British brewmaster Philip Harper — although it’s arguable how British he is now that he’s lived and brewed at this brewery for so long. You can expect a product that ages beautifully at room temperature (which he prefers), and depending on the age, some warm honey, blueberry and crushed walnut notes.
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Characteristics
| Brand | Tamagawa |
| Brewery | Kinoshita Brewing Company |
| Category | Junmai |
| Subcategory | Koshu |
| Taste Profile | Rich & Dry |
| Rice variety | Gohyakumangoku |
| Yeast variety | Association No. 7 |
| Alcohol | 16.50% |
| RPR | 60% |
| SMV | 4.4 |
| Acidity | 2.2 |
Serving Temperature
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Region
Tamagawa is made in Kyoto prefecture in the Kinki region.
Taste Metrics
Tasting Notes
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Honey
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Blueberry
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Walnuts
Recommended Pairing
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Meat
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Seafood
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Veggies
Kinoshita Brewing Company
Kinoshita Brewing Company is located way on the north side of Kyoto facing the Sea of Japan. Their brand Tamagawa comes from the very clean stream they are near, with which Japanese people have had a sacred relationship. Kinoshita Brewing Company is famous for having the first foreign national certified brewmaster, Philip Harper from England, who has been referred to as “the wizard of brewing.” His sake has character and depth. It breaks barriers and stretches the boundaries of sake while being authentic and fun. We’ve come to expect wild, funky and delicious discoveries when we taste their sake.
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