Nishide Shuzo brews up this special batch of junmai daiginjo using a unique yeast that was discovered one hundred years ago, hence the name “100 Year Sake”. This yeast, called kuratsuki kobo (house yeast), only grows within the grounds of the brewery itself. In fact, breweries that have been crafting sake for generations sometimes take pride in their specific yeast. What does this mean for you? A sake with mild, yet engaging banana flavor that slips into a rich sake rice umami. Expect just a dash of acidity on the finish.
Nishide is brewed in Hokuriku region.
Nishide Brewing Company
Ishikawa Prefecture
Nishide Brewing Company is a brewery with over a century of history in the Kaga region of Japan. The entire brewery is run by only three employees, and has been for five generations. They’ve dedicated their lives to the craft, and it shows in every batch of sake they put out. Nishide Brewing Company is also known for it’s special “house” yeast, which grows only within the brewery, and has a history that dates back to the brewery’s beginnings. The spirit of this brewery is tangible.