Classic Yamahai Junmai Ginjo

Tama no Hikari Brewery

CLASSIC YAMAHAI

Junmai Ginjo

Aroma: Shiitake Mushroom, Buckwheat Noodle, Nougat
Taste: Cream Cheese, Brazil Nuts, Custard Cream

Rice:Yamada Nishiki  |  Rice Polished to 60%
Alcohol: 16.4%  |  SMV: 1.5  |  Acidity: 1.8 |  Water: Medium

Try this versatile saké chilled or warmed to explore and appreciate its alluring depth and gaminess borne from it traditional brewing process.

Food: BBQ Chicken, Coarse Pate, Hard French Cheeses

BC SKU

+256088

SIZE

720ml x 6


Karakuchi Junmai Ginjo

Tama no Hikari Brewery

KARAKUCHI

Junmai Ginjo

Aroma: Tofu, Fresh Rice Cake, Herbaceous
Taste: Bamboo Leaf, Peach, Rice Candy

Rice: Miyama Nishiki +  |  Rice Polished to 60%
Alcohol: 15.4%  |  SMV: 5.5  |  Acidity: 1.5  |  Water: Medium

Nice light steamed rice, and a touch of peach finishing very dry, balanced with natural acidity.

Food: Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings, Edamame, Veggie Tempura

BC SKU

+115827
+256008

SIZE

720ml x 6
1800ml x 6


Goku Jo Ginjo

Yoshi no Gawa Saké Brewery

GOKU JO

Ginjo

Aroma: Licorice, Orange Blossom, Apple mint
Taste: Fuji Apple, Nectarine, Fennel

Rice: Gohyaku Mangoku |  Rice Polished to 55%
Alcohol: 15.5%  |  SMV: 7  |  Acidity: 1.2  |  Water: Soft

Very aromatic, smooth with a clear tasting profile.
All Gohyaku Mangoku rice used to create softness and extend body feel.

Food: Raw Oysters, Camembert Cheese, Carrot Ginger Soup

Awards:
Gold Medal Winner – Los Angeles International Wine Competition 2017

BC SKU

+735191
+593319
+161607

SIZE

300ml x 12
720ml x 12
1.8L x 6


Kome Dake no Saké ”Classic” Tokubetsu Junmai

Yoshi no Gawa Saké Brewery

KOMÉ DAKÉ NO SAKÉ "CLASSIC"

Tokubetsu Junmai

Aroma: Rice pudding, Cashew Nut, Shiitake Mushroom
Taste: Ripe Cantaloupe, Fresh Steamed Rice, Passion Fruit

Rice: Niigata Rice  |  Rice Polished to 65%
Alcohol: 15.5%  |  SMV: 3  |  Acidity: 1.3  |  Water: Soft

Medium-full bodied, slick and creamy, with a medium finish. The original Premium Saké in western Canada.

Food: Curry Rice, Carbonara Pasta, Shabu Shabu

BC SKU

+514141

SIZE

300ml x 12


“Brewmaster’s Choice” (Toji no Banshaku) Honjozo

Yoshi no Gawa Saké Brewery

“BREWMASTER’S CHOICE” (TOJI NO BANSHAKU)

Honjozo

Aroma: Sweet Bread, Shimeji Mushroom, White Truffle
Taste: Ripe Apple, Rice Cake, Mineral

Rice: Gohyaku Mangoku |  Rice Polished to 65%
Alcohol: 15.5%  |  SMV: 6  |  Acidity: 1.4  |  Water: Soft

Modelled on the type of saké that the brew masters would choose to drink every night. Natural rice softness, well-balanced and so easy to enjoy with a variety of foods.

The most popular premium Saké in B.C.

Food: BBQ Cheeseburger, Light White Fish, Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Awards:
Gold Medal Winner – Concours Mondial, 2018

BC SKU

+27998
+678300

SIZE

720ml x 12
1.8L x 6


Gassan Junmai Dai-Ginjo

Yoshida Saké Brewery

GASSAN

Junmai Dai-Ginjo

Aroma: Lychee, Honeydew Melon, Lily of the valley
Taste: Wild Berries, Ruby Grapefruit, Dried Apricot

Rice: Yamada Nishiki  |  Rice Polished to 50%
Alcohol: 15%  |  SMV: 2  |  Acidity: 1.6  |  Water: Soft

Berry-like sweetness and acidy opens up leading to a long finish. A refined sake with a sweet creamy essence crafted from the softest waters.

Food: Seafood Pasta, Triple Brie Cheese, Grilled Scallops

BC SKU

+80232

SIZE

720ml x 6


Gassan "Izumo" Junmai Ginjo

Yoshida Saké Brewery

GASSAN IZUMO

Junmai Ginjo

Aroma: Pineapple, Apricot, Cotton Candy
Taste: Apple Sauce, Ripe Pineapple, Field Strawberries

Rice: Gohyaku Mangoku  |  Rice Polished to 60%
Alcohol: 15%  |  SMV: ±0  |  Acidity: 1.5  |  Water: Soft

Soft landing sweetness with silky mouth feel. Beautifully structured with clean overall umami.

Food: Broiled Black Cod, Hamchi Tiradito, Caesar Salad

BC SKU

+80237

SIZE

720ml x 6


Gassan "Houjun KaraKuchi" Junmai

Yoshida Saké Brewery

GASSAN HOUJUN KARAKUCHI

Junmai

Aroma: White Grapefruit, White Mushroom, Cucumber
Taste: Musk Melon, Ginger, Mint

Rice: Gohyaku Mangoku  |  Rice Polished to 70%
Alcohol: 15%  |  SMV: 9  |  Acidity: 1.9  |  Water: Soft

Opens with wafting refreshing waves of fruit, evolving to elegant dryness. Rich, full umami guides the journey.

Food: Grilled Lobster, Seafood Pizza, Carbonara Linguini

Awards:
Gold Medal Winner – Kura Master, Paris 2018
Certified Vegan

BC SKU

+80245

SIZE

720ml x 6


Shichida Junmai Muroka Junmai

Tenzan Saké Brewery

SHICHIDA JUNMAI MUROKA

Junmai

Aroma: Banana, Hazel Nut, Apple
Taste: Honey, Pear Skin, Toasted Nuts

Rice: Reiho  |  Rice Polished to 65%
Alcohol: 17%  |  SMV: 3.2  |  Acidity: 1.9  |  Water: Hard

Brilliant balance of robust umami and acidity, riding on rich minerality.

Food: Rib-Eye Steak, Poutine, Fried Softshell Crab

Awards:
Certified Vegan
Judges Selection – Alberta Beverage Awards, 2020
Gold Medal – US National Saké Appraisal 2019

BC SKU

+ 681841

SIZE

720ml x 6


Iwai Tradition

Mars Whisky

IWAI TRADITION

This malt driven spirit is truly a reflection of contemporary Japanese whisky. Incredibly balanced, soft and layered. A blending of sherry, bourbon and wine casks with delicate hints of peat make for a harmonious whisky that would make Iwai-san proud.

Tasting Notes: Ripe cherry, honey and toffee with a beautiful ginger spice.

BC SKU

+ 418582

SIZE

750ml x 6