Kikusui “Karakuchi”
Niigata prefecture
Dry, clean, with ample umami
Kikusui “Karakuchi” was released in 1978, with the aim to create a clean, clear and dry sake with ample umami that would elevate any type of food pairing. 100% high quality local Niigata sake rice is used with umami components left in the rice. Pasteurization is done just once so that in-bottle maturation brings another depth to the flavor while still offering a freshness coming straight from the brewery.
Characteristics
Brand | Kikusui |
Brewery | Kikusui Brewing Company |
Category | Honjozo |
Subcategory | Namazume |
Taste Profile | Light & Dry |
Rice variety | Rice grown in Niigata |
Yeast variety | Association No. 701 |
Alcohol | 15.0% |
RPR | 70% |
SMV | +7.0 |
Acidity | 1.3 |
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Region

Kikusui is made in Niigata prefecture in the Hokuriku region.