{"title":"Aromatic","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTest sake collection description h1.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSubtitle h2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Donec sapien elit, lobortis eget varius in, iaculis sit amet risus. Morbi sagittis fringilla felis, eu hendrerit nulla hendrerit in. Nullam pellentesque velit id bibendum aliquet. Nunc porttitor placerat tellus ut consectetur. Aliquam cursus vehicula massa ac bibendum. Etiam interdum erat nec leo auctor, non placerat est sollicitudin. Donec eu ultricies massa, id condimentum sem. Aliquam vel velit sem. Vestibulum sagittis tellus et justo lacinia accumsan. Donec vel interdum turpis. Etiam vitae risus nec tortor hendrerit finibus id ut mi. Mauris eget rhoncus elit, vel iaculis libero.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yamamoto-pure-black-junmai-ginjo-720ml","title":"Yamamoto Pure Black Junmai Ginjo 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA modern, fresh style of junmai ginjo by maverick brewer Yamamoto with aromas of rockmelon, kiwi, pineapple, grapefruit and natural wet stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake is bottled just a few days after pressing, leaving a slight spritz on the palate. Sherbet, citrus peel, honeydew, pink grapefruit and minerals predominate. Short, clean finish with food friendly acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Yamamoto Pure Black sake is very hard to get in Japan. We are lucky to receive an allocation from this cult brewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fantastic drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake has been pasteurised one time (not 2 times) and should be stored refrigerated to prevent spoilage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35052270737,"sku":"YA01K800","price":53.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/yamamoto-pure-black-720ml-new-label-sep20.jpg?v=1616102890"},{"product_id":"senbazuru-daiginjo-720ml","title":"Senbazuru Daiginjo 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a Daiginjo that breaks the rules. A faint aroma of freshly cut melon introduces a nectar like palate that is sweet upfront with playful acidity. A very complex sake that is best consumed between 15 - 20℃. Start a little cooler in the glass and let it develop. When it hits its target temperature somewhere just below 20℃, there is an explosion of flavour across the width and breadth of the palate, savoury n' sweet melon. The body is fuller than expected for a daiginjo and drinks well at the same temperature suited to a big red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly outstanding session daiginjo that has won 18 Gold Medals at the most prestigious sake competition - Zenkoku Shinshu Kampyoukai by Japan's National Research Institute of Brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35146978385,"sku":"SA01K800","price":108.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/senbazuru-daiginjo-720ml_march2019.jpg?v=1553915925"},{"product_id":"senbazuru-aged-daiginjo-900ml","title":"Senbazuru Aged Daiginjo 900ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis sake is aged for 5 years in bottle at zero degrees Celsius but still exhibits freshness like it was brewed yesterday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart a little cooler in the glass and let it develop to reveal a multi layered complexity. Orange peel, cedar forest, parchment and a surprising freshness on the nose. Layers of flavour are ever changing as the sake warms in the glass with custard apple, pineapple, brown sugar, raisin, melon and papaya ... some of the flavours you can expect. This sake finishes with super fine grained and focussed acidity that encourages another glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis super limited sake is a great lesson on how good aged sake (kept in pristine condition) can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--\n\u003cp\u003eHuge aroma of lemon, pineapple lollies, anise, melon, juniper and pleasant earthiness. The colour is a bright with the slightest hint of sepia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSomewhere in the vicinity of 11-12 degrees this sake hits the spot with a rich liqueur like texture, honey, mulled spice, paw paw, anise and a buttery smoothness. It’s so complex and develops in the glass with new and interesting characters coming to the fore with each change in temperature. Was that a little aged Riesling character? The finish is long, refined with a fine grained acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35147186897,"sku":"SA04K800","price":228.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/senbazuru-aged-daiginjo-900ml.jpg?v=1495954905"},{"product_id":"oita-oni-koroshi-junmai-daiginjo-720ml","title":"Oita Oni Koroshi Junmai Daiginjo 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt's hard to believe this sake is made from rice. Aromas of pear, honey and pineapple dominate the nose. On the palate an explosion of vanilla, orange zest, juicy canteloupe melon, acacia honey and honeysuckle with a super smooth long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsecutive Gold Medal Winner in the Monde Selection 2015, 2014, 2013.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35148359505,"sku":"OI88K800","price":118.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/oita-oni-koroshi-junmai-daiginjo_march-2019.jpg?v=1553915224"},{"product_id":"oita-oni-koroshi-ginjo-720ml","title":"Oita Oni Koroshi Ginjo 720ml","description":"\u003c!--2016 Oct --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOita san has outdone himself with this cracking Ginjo. Polished to superpremium Daiginjo level with a subtle aroma of fresh curds and white flowers. Full flavoured palate with honeysuckle, pear, freshly cut grass, hints of aniseed and pepper with a little upfront cotton candy that finishes clean, almost \"kire\". An extremely well balanced session (albeit masculine) sake best consumed with friends (due to the 17.2% alcohol) with or without food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--2015-16\u003cp\u003eAn awesome Oni Koroshi dry style sake guaranteed to banish those work demons at the end of a hard week. This Ginjo is polished to Daiginjo level and has a subtle aroma of honey in the hive. Big, boozy, full flavoured palate has mild upfront sweetness but is clean and dry with a crisp acid finish. Great mouth-feel, slightly chewy and can handle salty and oily foods. A great session(albeit masculine) sake to enjoy into the nether hours. One of our favourite sake during the tasting at the Oita brewery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35148571153,"sku":"OI85K800","price":88.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/oita-oni-koroshi-ginjo-720ml.jpg?v=1495957052"},{"product_id":"hanzo-kaminoho-junmai-daiginjo-720ml","title":"Hanzo Kaminoho Junmai Daiginjo 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eKami No Ho is a local rice variety of Mie prefecture which is combined with locally cultured yeast by Hanzo sake. Ota brewery is the biggest producer of Kami No Ho sake in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLavish aromas of melon, pear, apple and fresh cream jump out of the glass leading to flavours of ripe melon, apricot and lemongrass with a squeeze of pink grapefruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe call this the best value for money Junmai Daiginjo in Australia. Staff favourite. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Medal Winner - Fine Sake Awards Japan 2012, 2016\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35150754577,"sku":"OT03K800","price":58.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/hanzo-kaminoho-720ml_2.jpg?v=1556353366"},{"product_id":"hanzo-kaminoho-junmai-daiginjo-300ml","title":"Hanzo Kaminoho Junmai Daiginjo 300ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eKami No Ho is a local rice variety of Mie prefecture which is combined with locally cultured yeast by Hanzo sake. Ota brewery is the biggest producer of Kami No Ho sake in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLavish aromas of melon, pear, apple and fresh cream jump out of the glass leading to flavours of ripe melon, apricot and lemongrass with a squeeze of pink grapefruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe call this the best value for money Junmai Daiginjo in Australia. Staff favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Medal Winner - Fine Sake Awards Japan 2012, 2016\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35150762833,"sku":"OT04K800","price":25.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/hanzo-kaminoho-300ml_aug-2019.jpg?v=1565142312"},{"product_id":"kuromatsu-hakusen-fuku-720ml","title":"Kuromatsu Hakusen Fuku 720ml","description":"\u003c!--2025--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuku is the pinnacle of sake brewing from Hakusen Shuzo. A timeless, elegant aroma of melon, apple and pear with a touch of white flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncredibly balanced palate of juicy melon, crisp pear and honeysuckle with well integrated alcohol and acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMouthfilling flavours taper gracefully to a medium length finish with a hint of refreshing coconut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Medal - Shinshu competition \"Gifu Shinshu Kanpyokai\" by the Gifu Research Institute of Brewing, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35150834641,"sku":"HA01K800","price":128.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/files\/kuromatsu-hakusen-fuku-720ml.jpg?v=1759049944"},{"product_id":"senbazuru-kimoto-junmai-720ml","title":"Senbazuru Kimoto Junmai 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis old school kimoto from Senbazuru is bursting with flavour. At room temp, slightly sweet nose of vanilla and caramel, leads into a medium dry palate of roasted nuts, star anise, dried apricot, white pepper and burnt caramel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen drunk warm, it's all about the palate with additional citrus and spice notes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":933426135067,"sku":"SA05K800","price":38.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/senbazuru-kimoto-720ml.jpg?v=1505637011"},{"product_id":"hanahato-kijoshu-aged-8-years-500ml","title":"Hanahato Kijoshu Aged 8 Years 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 8+ year aged kijoushu by Enoki Shuzo is reminiscent of a fine Oloroso sherry. Intense aromas of molasses, beef broth, tobacco, dried fruits, honey and pickles. The palate is a wild sweet\/sour\/savoury rollercoaster ride of toffee apple, honey, coffee, toasted hazelnuts and umami. Drink well chilled. A very divisive sake that is an excellent IWC multi award winning example of this style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet pairings: dark chocolate, chocolate cake, over icecream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSavoury pairings: cheese, steak, tempura, rich dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuramaster Platinum medal winner - 2023, 2022\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6428791144475,"sku":"EN02K800","price":68.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/hanahato-kijoshu-aged-8-years-500ml-march2019.jpg?v=1553918554"},{"product_id":"kaze-no-mori-akitsuho-657-720ml","title":"Kaze No Mori Akitsuho 657 - 720ml","description":"\u003c!--Shipment arrival Sep 2022--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYucho Shuzo's flagship sake, this super fresh Namazake is brewed all year round and pressed days before shipping. Aromas of pear, apple, banana, minerals and sweet rice pudding are a pure expression of freshness of this sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lively palate with a good amount of CO2 captured by bottling straight after pressing. Fresh fruits of apple, pear, jackfruit and fresh banana with nut bitterness and a firm hit of umami. One of the most well-crafted modern sake money can buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA benchmark sake for Muroka Nama Genshu - unfiltered, unpasteurised, undiluted, Yucho Shuzo is one of the most well respected modern breweries on the sake scene today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore refrigerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Pre Sep 2022--\u003e \u003c!--\n\u003cp\u003eYucho Shuzo's flagship sake, this super fresh Namazake is brewed all year round and pressed days before shipping. Aromas of banana, pear, apple, lychee, minerals and sweet rice pudding are a pure expression of freshness of this sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lively palate with a good amount of CO2 captured by bottling straight after pressing. Fresh fruits of banana, apricot, melon and pear with a firm hit of umami. One of the most well-crafted modern sake money can buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA benchmark sake for Muroka Nama Genshu - unfiltered, unpasteurised, undiluted, Yucho Shuzo is one of the most well respected modern breweries on the sake scene today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore refrigerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e \u003c!--\n\u003cp\u003eWe only deliver this sake in the depths of winter, other times it is available for pick up only, the caveat being that it will sell very, very quickly after each shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12216238112858,"sku":"YU01K800","price":43.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/kaze-no-mori-akitsuho-657-720ml.jpg?v=1601268209"},{"product_id":"kaze-no-mori-omachi-807-720ml","title":"Kaze No Mori Omachi 807 - 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the age old argument of glass half empty v’s glass half full this sake sits in the “oh shit, my glass is already empty” category. Made from 100% Omachi rice this Junmai is milled to just 80% and is completely unpasteurized. Not your typical Junmai, this sake focussed more on refined brewing techniques and Nama super freshness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake is so, so, good and screams Nama and Omachi in equal amounts. An extremely well balanced display of lemongrass, nectarine, cherry, sugarcane, chestnut with integrated acidity and a rich chalky, earthy texture. This junmai sake has umami in spades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake brings back memories from our drinking days in Osaka standing bars so if you want to try it, buy now before we drink it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore refrigerated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16497786912858,"sku":"YU06K800","price":45.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/kaze-no-mori-omachi-807-720ml.jpg?v=1616296618"},{"product_id":"toko-junmai-daiginjo-yamada-nishiki-720ml","title":"Toko Junmai Daiginjo Yamada Nishiki 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn aromatic Junmai Daiginjo that is equally vibrant and complex. The aroma is full and varied with melon, pear and apple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a sip and experience a ripe palate of pear, pineapple \u0026amp; cherry. With hints of candied orange, strawberry \u0026amp; melon. Although a complex sake the individual flavours are clearly discernible yet somehow in perfect balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully crafted sake by Kojima Sohonten.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36311212458141,"sku":"TK07K800","price":118.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/files\/toko-junmai-daiginjo-yamadanishiki-720ml_japanese-sake.jpg?v=1771843536"},{"product_id":"yamamoto-turquoise-blue-junmai-ginjo-720ml","title":"Yamamoto Turquoise Blue Junmai Ginjo 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refreshing medium-dry sake with light minerally palate, mandarin, new season stonefruit. One of the best new sake from Yamamoto in recent years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeels like a hard seltzer. Impressive short clean finish. Think summer days, buckets of prawns, good friends \u0026amp; barbeques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake has been pasteurised one time (not 2 times) and should be stored refrigerated to prevent spoilage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Feb 2018\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no hiding the fact we are excited about the latest shipment of of Midnight Blue. This nama genshu seasonal limited addition is an extended remix of the original with an explosion of ripe melon, peach, apple, pear and pineapple and orange. Undoubtable Yamamoto in style with freshness and slight spritz of trapped CO2 to tickle the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love fresh, vibrant styles of sake – get it while you can. Yamamato from Akita has a strong following and is more often than not sold out in Japan. We are lucky to have received an allocation from this cult brewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake has not been pasteurised and should be stored refrigerated to prevent spoilage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e \u003c!--2017\n\u003cp\u003eFresh, aromatic and fruit driven sake with peaches, pineapple and melon. The palate is aligned with a richer style semillon \/ sauvignon that finishes clean and dry. Another session sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Yamamato Midnight Blue is sold out in Japan. We are lucky to have received an allocation from this cult brewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePartnered with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yamamoto-pure-black-junmai-ginjo-720ml\"\u003eYamamoto Pure Black\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yamamoto-strawberry-red-junmai-ginjo-720ml\"\u003eYamamoto Strawberry Red\u003c\/a\u003e this sake makes in interesting object lesson on how yeast affects the finished sake. All three are made from the same rice all milled to 55%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake has been pasteurised one time (not 2 times) and should be stored refrigerated to prevent spoilage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38072309022914,"sku":"YA12K800","price":55.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/yamamoto-turquoise-blue-720ml.jpg?v=1611555731"},{"product_id":"kaze-no-mori-aiyama-807-720ml","title":"Kaze No Mori Aiyama 807 - 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from Aiyama rice this is one of our favourite Kaze no Mori sake we love drinking in Japan. First thing you notice is a slight spritz on the palate that is a signature of the 807 range. The Aiyama is a little more subtle that the rest of the series with characteristics of muscat grape, pear, white peach and hops with mandarin like sourness on the finish. A cracking sake and another amazing drink produced by Kaze no Mori using the formula of 80% milling combined with a classic No.7 yeast and super low temperature fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore refrigerated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42438532104386,"sku":"YU12K800","price":48.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/kaze-no-mori-aiyama-807-720ml.jpg?v=1662887676"},{"product_id":"nagaragawa-dry-fruity-junmai-daiginjo-720ml","title":"Nagaragawa Dry Fruity Junmai Daiginjo 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exciting new sake from Nagaragawa with a distinct aroma of red apples and honeysuckle. It is no surprise this sake is both dry and fruity with pear, tangerine and white peach. 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