{"title":"Sake Test Collection","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTest sake collection description h1.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSubtitle h2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"oita-oni-koroshi-dohatsu-shoten-dty-300ml","title":"Oita Oni Koroshi Dohatsu Shoten Dry 300ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarthy, umami rich, super dry sake. A genshu (undiluted) yet surprisingly mild for its 19% alcohol content. Aroma of lychee and rice bran. Sweet nutty almond milk on the palate with a cleansing dry finish. Staff favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a big alcoholic superdry sake that tastes surprisingly mild for it's 19% alcohol content. An earthy umami rich session sake not for the fainthearted. This genshu (undiluted sake) has a mild upfront sweetness giving way to an broad dry finish. Kick back with a bottle of Dohatsu Shoten (translates as boiling hot with rage) when you need to banish your personal demons. A Friday night sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like it hot like Marilyn don't be afraid to warm a tokkuri or two of this iconic sake. You will be rewarded with a rounder, sweeter flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34876435153,"sku":"OI82K800","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/oita-oni-koroshi-dohatsu-shoten-300ml.jpg?v=1495955793"},{"product_id":"oita-oni-koroshi-dohatsu-shoten-dry-720ml","title":"Oita Oni Koroshi Dohatsu Shoten Dry 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarthy, umami rich, super dry sake. A genshu (undiluted) yet surprisingly mild for its 19% alcohol content. Aroma of lychee and rice bran. Sweet nutty almond milk on the palate with a cleansing dry finish. Staff favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like it hot like Marilyn don't be afraid to warm a tokkuri or two of this iconic sake. You will be rewarded with a rounder, sweeter flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35147875537,"sku":"OI81K800","price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/oita-oni-koroshi-dohatsu-shoten-720ml.jpg?v=1495955945"},{"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":"oita-oni-koroshi-daiginjo-720ml","title":"Oita Oni Koroshi Daiginjo 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuper premium sake doesn't get much better than this. The front palate is Darryl Lea licorice with ripe rockmelon and a hint of bitterness that enhances the mouthfilling complexity. Rich, juicy mouthfeel - leading to a smooth lingering finish. A boozy sake (16.5%) that drinks as smooth as silk with no hint of hotness on the palate. Love how the fruit characters become more prominent as the sake warms. Presented in a handmade Kiri wood box just in case you didn’t realise how damn good it is.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35148783697,"sku":"OI84K800","price":165.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/oita-oni-koroshi-daiginjo-720ml.jpg?v=1495957383"},{"product_id":"nagaragawa-junmai-720ml","title":"Nagaragawa Junmai 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hugely popular drink in the local Gifu prefecture. The aroma is homely and comforting reminiscent of rice cooking on the hearth with a rich, smooth and dry palate. There are hints of spice to keep things interesting. A classic easy drinking junmai. Also fantastic warm. Brewed from locally grown hero sake rice - Hida Homare.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35149171665,"sku":"NA04K800","price":32.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/nagawagawa-junmai-720ml_march-2019.jpg?v=1553829881"},{"product_id":"nagaragawa-junmai-300ml","title":"Nagaragawa Junmai 300ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hugely popular drink in the local Gifu prefecture. The aroma is homely and comforting reminiscent of rice cooking on the hearth with a rich, smooth and dry palate. There are hints of spice to keep things interesting. A classic easy drinking junmai that should be served warm to realise its full potential. Brewed from locally grown hero sake rice - Hida Homare.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35149391185,"sku":"NA05K800","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/nagawagawa-junmai-300ml_march2019.jpg?v=1553829146"},{"product_id":"nagaragawa-junmai-ginjo-300ml","title":"Nagaragawa Junmai Ginjo 300ml","description":"\u003c!--2018 Mar--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced and very easy to drink, this sake from Nagaragawa has subtle ginjo aromas of white flowers and pear with a hint of pineapple. Don't spend too much time swirling and sniffing because what’s in the glass is much more interesting. Expect pear, lemon, nectar, underipe melon, honeysuckle with an orange twist. The finish is clean and reminds you to take another sip of this moreish Junmai Ginjo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a previous incarnation this sake was labelled as Nagaragawa Tenkawa and has continuously been one of our biggest sellers. It's easy to see why this in Nagaragawa's top selling sake abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Medal - Kuramaster Paris 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver Medal - International Wine Challenge 2014, 2010, 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: This product was previously named \"Nagaragawa Tenkawa\" and has changed to \"Nagaragawa Junmai Ginjo\". The label design has also been renewed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35149514897,"sku":"NA17K800","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/nagawagawa-junmai-ginjo-300ml_march2019.jpg?v=1553913810"},{"product_id":"nagaragawa-junmai-ginjo-720ml","title":"Nagaragawa Junmai Ginjo 720ml","description":"\u003c!--2019 Jan--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced and very easy to drink, this sake from Nagaragawa has subtle ginjo aromas of white flowers and pear with a hint of pineapple. Don't spend too much time swirling and sniffing because what’s in the glass is much more interesting. Expect pear, lemon, nectar, underipe melon, honeysuckle with an orange twist. The finish is clean and reminds you to take another sip of this moreish Junmai Ginjo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a previous incarnation this sake was labelled as Nagaragawa Tenkawa and has continuously been one of our biggest sellers. It's easy to see why this in Nagaragawa's top selling sake abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGold Medal - Kuramaster Paris 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver Medal - International Wine Challenge 2014, 2010, 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: This product was previously named \"Nagaragawa Tenkawa\" and has changed to \"Nagaragawa Junmai Ginjo\". The label design has also been renewed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35149713617,"sku":"NA18K800","price":45.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/nagawagawa-junmai-ginjo-720ml_march2019.jpg?v=1553913095"},{"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":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/hanzo-kaminoho-300ml_aug-2019.jpg?v=1565142312"},{"product_id":"hanzo-karakuchi-720ml","title":"Hanzo Karakuchi 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA crisp palate displays green apple, orange, minerals and mild cinnamon. This is for lovers of dry clean sake who don’t mind an each way waver. It’s delicious chilled and when warmed to about 40C transforms into a cosseting balm to protect from the winter chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--\n\u003cp\u003eMild cereal characters on the nose, minerally palate with upfront sweetness and a dry acidic finish. A very drinkable food sake that can be drunk warm or chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e\n\u003c!--\n\u003cp\u003eWhen warmed at 40C, upfront sweetness and dry finish\u0026nbsp;is accentuated while sweet rice aromas abound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35150770385,"sku":"OT06K800","price":36.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/hanzo-karakuchi-720ml_march2019.jpg?v=1553822452"},{"product_id":"hanzo-tokubetsu-junmai-720ml","title":"Hanzo Tokubetsu Junmai 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe palate is mandarin and pear with very well integrated acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen warmed, the mandarin becomes softer, you can taste more umami and it becomes richer in weight. You can also taste additional notes of citrus peel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's quite obvious why it won the Gold Medal at the Slow Food Japan Hot Sake Award  2014 and IWC Gold Medal 2020 and Gold Medal at Fine Sake Awards in 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy this sake cold (about 15℃) and enjoy the cleansing acidity and heightened fruit characteristics but it also remains one of our favourite sake to drink warm (45℃).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35150782289,"sku":"OT07K800","price":45.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/hanahato-tokubetsu-junmai-720ml_march2019.jpg?v=1553822819"},{"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":"momosuke-shodai-gold-720ml","title":"Momosuke Shodai - Gold 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA tempting aroma of citrus and sweet barley. When served straight up displays a velvety slightly sweet upfront palate with sudachi peel and mild spice. The addition of 1 cube of ice brings a nutty barley character to the palate and makes it apparently more dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the signature product of Inoue Shuzo. A very aromatic cracking shochu that will impress even the most hardcore mugi lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsecutively awarded by Gold Medal by the Kumamoto Tax Office 2009-2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA premium shochu made with 100% barley milled to more than 65% of the grain remaining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35182064209,"sku":"IN01K800","price":58.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/momosuke-gold-shochu-sep2020-label.jpg?v=1600931506"},{"product_id":"momosuke-shodai-gold-300ml","title":"Momosuke Shodai - Gold 300ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA tempting aroma of citrus and sweet barley. When served straight up displays a velvety slightly sweet upfront palate with sudachi peel and mild spice. The addition of 1 cube of ice brings a nutty barley character to the palate and makes it apparently more dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the signature product of Inoue Shuzo. A very aromatic cracking shochu that will impress even the most hardcore mugi lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsecutively awarded Gold Medal by the Kumamoto Tax Office 2009-2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA premium shochu made with 100% barley milled to more than 65% of the grain remaining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35182449873,"sku":"IN02K800","price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/momosuke-shodai-gold-300ml-march2019.jpg?v=1554007008"},{"product_id":"momosuke-noko-blue-720ml","title":"Momosuke Noko - Blue 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld school atmospheric distillation and the absence of charcoal filtration make a bold statement with intense barley, nuts and cut hay on the nose. Straight up expect a masculine palate of pure barley, corn husk, earthiness and umami. Very easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe addition of 1 cube of ice brings out the aniseed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shochu brings back memories of some of our favourite standing bars in Osaka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuroka (Unfiltered) premium shochu made with 100% barley milled to more than 65% of the grain remaining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35182510225,"sku":"IN03K800","price":58.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/momosuke-noko-blue-720ml.jpg?v=1496648504"},{"product_id":"momosuke-kouseihaku-red-720ml","title":"Momosuke Kouseihaku - Red 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eSubtle aroma of cranberry and barley. When served straight up the palate is super smooth, spicy and well rounded with a clean, dry finish. Add 1 cube of ice to heighten the flavour, spiciness, nuttiness and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very comforting shochu with a refined Japanese palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA premium shochu made with 100% barley milled to daiginjo level with 50% of the grain remaining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35182572177,"sku":"IN04K800","price":58.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/momosuke-red-shochu-sep2020-label.jpg?v=1600931413"},{"product_id":"momosuke-chokichozo-aged-720ml","title":"Momosuke Chokichozo - Aged 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis impressive shochu is aged for at least 3 years in select Japanese oak barrels. Restrained nose of orange, apples, fine oak and subtle whisky. Serve straight up and enjoy a palate of pear, almond meal, milk, barley and honey with great complexity. Serving with a little ice will increase the sweetness and spice but masks the complexity of this amazing shochu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA premium shochu made with 100% barley milled to more than 65% of the grain remaining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sakeshopau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35182686545,"sku":"IN05K800","price":78.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2008\/6883\/products\/momosuke-chokichozo-aged-720ml.jpg?v=1496648463"},{"product_id":"momosuke-shochu-discovery-set","title":"Momosuke Shochu Discovery Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you've never drunk good shochu before prepare to be surprised. These 2 shochu from Inoue Shuzo will change your mind forever. 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Honkaku shochu best served on the rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes are based on an initial serving temperature of 20℃ served straight up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHanakon's purple sweet potato is from the local Gifu prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShochu is generally about 25% alcohol which is not overly strong for a spirit so it can be enjoyed quite readily. However in Japan the shochu otaku will water down their shochu to about the strength of wine \/ to taste and let it sit for a day or so. 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