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AFURI MIZUMOTO 13% 雨降 水酛仕込 純米酒 愛山 生原酒 720ml

Regular price $74.99
Regular price $74.99

Brewed by Kikkawa Jozo (吉川醸造) at the foot of Mt. Afuri in Kanagawa Prefecture, Afuri Mizumoto (雨降 水酛仕込) is made using the ancient Mizumoto (water-starter) technique — a natural fermentation method that predates the kimoto and sokujo styles. This slow, wild-fermented process produces sake with gentle lactic acidity, layered umami, and remarkable mineral purity.

Crafted from the luxurious Aiyama rice (愛山), polished to 65 %, and bottled as an unpasteurised, undiluted Nama Genshu, it showcases a beautiful harmony between freshness and depth. With only 13 % ABV, it’s light yet full-flavoured — offering aromas of green apple, pear, yogurt, and steamed rice, followed by a clean, elegant finish.

Tasting Profile:

  • 🍶 Style: Junmai (Mizumoto-shikomi / Natural starter method)

  • 🌾 Rice: Aiyama (愛山)

  • 💧 Prefecture: Kanagawa, Japan

  • 🔹 Polishing Ratio: 65 %

  • 🔸 ABV: 13 %

  • 🌡️ Best Served: Chilled (5 – 10 °C)

  • 🍱 Pairing: Lightly grilled seafood, shellfish, creamy pasta, or aged cheese

Why It Stands Out:

  • 💧 Brewed with the ancient Mizumoto method — wild fermentation for natural acidity and depth

  • 🌾 Made from rare Aiyama rice for silky texture and delicate sweetness

  • ⚡ Unpasteurised & undiluted (Nama Genshu) — alive and vibrant

  • 🍃 Low 13 % ABV — light, refreshing, and beautifully balanced

  • 🇯🇵 Produced by Kikkawa Jozo, the innovative craft brewery of Mt. Afuri