Kanbara “Bride of the Fox”
Niigata prefecture
The stuff of legends
This savory sake is inspired by local legends of Niigata’s annual fox-bride festival. Local lore tells of mysterious lights that appeared on nearby Mt.Kirin in the distant past, which are claimed to be the lanterns carried in the fox-bride procession. With a 50% polishing rate, this sake could technically qualify as a “daiginjo,” but the savory notes and food pairing versatility identify more with the style expected from “ginjo.”
Characteristics
| Brand | Kanbara |
| Brewery | Kaetsu Brewing Company |
| Category | Junmai Ginjo |
| Subcategory | N/A |
| Taste Profile | Rich & Dry |
| Rice variety | Gohyakumangoku |
| Yeast variety | N/A |
| Alcohol | 16.5% |
| RPR | 50% |
| SMV | +3.0 |
| Acidity | 1.6 |
Serving Temperature
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Recommended
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Not Recommended
Region
Kanbara is made in Niigata prefecture in the Hokuriku region.