Ishi no Kanbase

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Expressive, sweet-and-sour junmai sake with bright fruit, lively acidity, and a slightly wild, unfiltered edge. Playful, unexpected, and full of character.

Rice • Junmai • Unpasteurised, unfiltered, undiluted

Ishi no Kanbase started as an experiment with a new local yeast that didn’t quite go to plan, but ended up becoming something entirely unique. What could have been a failure turned into a signature sake for this small, artisanal brewery in Shimane.

Unpasteurised, unfiltered, and undiluted, it shows a raw, energetic side of sake. The profile leans into fruit and acidity, creating a sweet-and-sour balance that feels closer to something between cider, pet nat, and sake.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: ripe fruit, citrus, light tropical notes, subtle fermentation tones
Palate: sweet and tangy, bright acidity, juicy fruit, slightly funky edge
Texture: lively, lightly textured, softly sparkling feel
Finish: fresh, zippy, and mouthwatering

Serve well chilled. Great with spicy dishes, fried food, or anything that benefits from a fresh, tangy lift.

Country Japan
Region Yunotsu, Shimane Prefecture
Type Fruity Japanese junmai sake
Bottle Size 72cl

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