{"title":"Kubota","description":"\u003ch1\u003eKubota\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eby Kubota Shuzo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKubota Shuzo (not to be confused with Asahi Shuzo’s Kubota sake from Niigata) are a microbrewery producing sake for the local people of Fukui prefecture. True jizake, Kubota is a rare brewery in that they grow their own Yamada Nishiki sake rice and brew with pristine local water pumped up from 200m below ground from the subsoil flows of the Hakusan mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kubota-shuzo-kuranoyado-180ml","title":"Kubota Shuzo Kuranoyado 180ml","description":"\u003c!--2020 October--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuranoyado translates as “The Brewery Inn” and is named after the famous manga of the same name. In turn the manga was inspired a visit to Kubota Shuzo by the author. An excellent example of a Junmai Ginjo made from Yamadanishiki rice grown just a stone’s throw from the brewery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is restrained with a subtle \"pink lady apple\" character. The palate is where this sake shines – pear, rockmelon, apple, white flowers and a touch of aniseed. The flavour touches every part of the palate and lingers ever so slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft, smooth, with a certain purity this sake is too easy to drink. A real crowd pleaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--2016\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of stonefruit, green banana and brazil nuts. Palate has a creamy bubblegum character upfront with pink lady apple and a smooth, chewy finish. New and more interesting layers of flavour develop as the sake warms in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to drink. A real crowd pleaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e \u003c!--\n\u003cp\u003e2014 - There is something very masculine about this sake. Restrained nose with a delicious palate of stonefruit, brazil nuts, Japanese whisky and a clean finish. New and more interesting layers of flavour develop as the sake warms in the glass. A Chef's Armoury favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2015 -  Aroma of freshly steamed rice and green bananas. A silky smooth palate with mild rockmelon, upfront sweetness, a dry finish and tingly acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35144864913,"sku":"KU04K800","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/kubota-kuranoyado-180ml.jpg?v=1495951666"},{"product_id":"kubota-shuzo-kuranoyado-720ml","title":"Kubota Shuzo Kuranoyado 720ml","description":"\u003c!--2020 October--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuranoyado translates as “The Brewery Inn” and is named after the famous manga of the same name. In turn the manga was inspired a visit to Kubota Shuzo by the author. An excellent example of a Junmai Ginjo made from Yamadanishiki rice grown just a stone’s throw from the brewery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is restrained with a subtle \"pink lady apple\" character. The palate is where this sake shines – pear, rockmelon, apple, white flowers and a touch of aniseed. The flavour touches every part of the palate and lingers ever so slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft, smooth, with a certain purity this sake is too easy to drink. A real crowd pleaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--\n\u003c2016\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of stonefruit, green banana and brazil nuts. Palate has a creamy bubblegum character upfront with pink lady apple and a smooth, chewy finish. New and more interesting layers of flavour develop as the sake warms in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to drink. A real crowd pleaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e \u003c!--\n\u003cp\u003e2014 - There is something very masculine about this sake. Restrained nose with a delicious palate of stonefruit, brazil nuts, Japanese whisky and a clean finish. New and more interesting layers of flavour develop as the sake warms in the glass. A Chef's Armoury favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2015 -  Aroma of freshly steamed rice and green bananas. A silky smooth palate with mild rockmelon, upfront sweetness, a dry finish and tingly acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35145242577,"sku":"KU03K800","price":55.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/kubota-kuranoyado-720ml.jpg?v=1495952101"},{"product_id":"kubota-shuzo-toji-ikkon-nama-720ml","title":"Kubota Shuzo Toji Ikkon Nama 720ml","description":"\u003c!--2026 July --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis medium-dry namazake is called the Master Brewer's cup for good reason. A \"muroka nama genshu\" (non-charcoal filtered, unpasteurised and undiluted) made from 100% locally grown Yamada Nishiki rice and original brewery yeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a big, boozy (18.5%) sake for those who like their drinks with expression. The palate is a juicy and mouth filling splash of honeydew melon, starfruit, muscat grape and cream with a rich and buttery texture with a touch of daidai citrus with a clean finish. Like a big red wine, this sake improves with a little air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll in all a smashing Daiginjo sake that drinks way above its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamazake should be stored refrigerated and this sake is best served fairly well chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35145842833,"sku":"KU17K800","price":88.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/files\/kubota-toji-ikkon-nama-720ml-japanese-sake.jpg?v=1784534033"},{"product_id":"kubota-yuzu-no-sake-500ml","title":"Kubota Yuzu No Sake 500ml","description":"\u003c!--2017--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocal Fukui yuzu fruit is steeped in Kubota sake to create this yuzushu. We love the slightly bitter rind character, balanced with a mild sweetness and subtle aromatics of yuzu citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refreshing after dinner drink that should be served straight up at a temperature around 10C. A wonderful addition to the bartender's cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYuzu is a Japanese citrus fruit somewhere between a lime and a mandarin and is famous for it's fragrance and unique pungency. Yuzushu is the Japanese version of limoncello with a lot less sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--2016\n\u003cp\u003eKubota's Yuzushu is a pure expression of yuzu fruit. Local Fukui yuzu is steeped in Kubota sake to create this truly delicious drink. We love the slightly bitter rind character, balanced with a mild sweetness and subtle aromatics of yuzu citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refreshing after dinner drink that should be served straight up at a temperature around 10C. A wonderful addition to the bartender's cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYuzu is a Japanese citrus fruit somewhere between a lime and a mandarin and is famous for it's fragrance and unique pungency. Yuzushu is the Japanese version of limoncello with a lot less sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35698897297,"sku":"KU11K800","price":45.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/kubota-yuzu-no-sake-500ml.jpg?v=1497137642"},{"product_id":"kubota-yuzu-no-sake-180ml","title":"Kubota Yuzu No Sake 180ml","description":"\u003c!--2017--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocal Fukui yuzu fruit is steeped in Kubota sake to create this yuzushu. 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Made from local fully ripened Benisashi ume (sour plums) – steeped in Kubota Shuzo sake with a little added sugar for balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you normally drink Choya and want to take things to the next level, pour a glass of Kubota Ume no Sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe would happily drink this for breakfast, lunch, dinner and in between. Enjoy well chilled, over ice or with a splash of soda.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35699096465,"sku":"KU09K800","price":42.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/kubota-ume-no-sake-500ml.jpg?v=1497138458"},{"product_id":"kubota-ume-no-sake-180ml","title":"Kubota Ume No Sake 180ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn explosive aroma of maraschino cherries, marzipan and cognac. This is umeshu for grownups. A great balance of sweetness and acidity tempered with a slight bitterness. 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Apart from what is in the bottle, this sake has the sexiest packaging by far, with an embroidered gold label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake is unpasteurised and is designed to be drunk young and fresh. This sake must be stored refrigerated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17718984310874,"sku":"KU25K800","price":51.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/kubota-shuzo-enryu-720ml.jpg?v=1565085199"},{"product_id":"kubota-shuzo-sou-namachozo-720ml","title":"Kubota Shuzo Sou Namachozo 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eLight refreshing palate of young pineapple, underipe strawberry, mandarin and rice bran with a hint of nectarine and creme fraiche. The finish is short and clean with a little spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake is namachozo, which is stored in tank unpasteurised and pasteurised one time only when bottled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44667577729218,"sku":"KU20K800","price":45.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/files\/kubota-sou-720ml.jpg?v=1722818664"},{"product_id":"kubota-shuzo-toji-ikkon-nama-300ml","title":"Kubota Shuzo Toji Ikkon Nama 300ml","description":"\u003c!--2026 July --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis medium-dry namazake is called the Master Brewer's cup for good reason. A \"muroka nama genshu\" (non-charcoal filtered, unpasteurised and undiluted) made from 100% locally grown Yamada Nishiki rice and original brewery yeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a big, boozy (18.5%) sake for those who like their drinks with expression. The palate is a juicy and mouth filling splash of honeydew melon, starfruit, muscat grape and cream with a rich and buttery texture with a touch of daidai citrus with a clean finish. 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