Tozai – Living Jewel
Produced in Kyoto’s ancient brewing town of Fushimi, known for its abundant supply of pure, pristine, and soft water from many nearby mountains. The label image is a Japanese “koi” whose vibrant colors and shimmering scales have earned them the moniker “living jewels”.
Tozai Living Jewel Sake Facts
Quality Grade: Junmai
Seimaibuai: 70% (30% of rice grain polished away)
Rice: Koshihikari
Yeast: Brewer’s Original
Nihonshu-do:6.5
Alcohol: 14.9%
Acidity: 1.6
Brewery Facts
Brewery Name: Kizakura
Toji (master brewer): Mr. Wakai
Also available in 300ml bottles.
Tozai Living Jewel Tasting Notes/Food Pairing:
The aromas of white grape, anise, persimmons and a hint of sweet rice are quite complex. These same flavors come rushing through the medium-bodied palate which has a slightly creamy texture followed by a hint of white pepper and fresh herbal notes. The long, clean finish makes this a great sippping sake as well as a companion to a wide range of foods. Versatile with fish and seafood preparations, as well as pork and poultry.
Try with:
- Baked salmon with tarragon and fennel-seed butter
- Grilled lobster with basil vinaigrette
- Lemon and basil turkey scaloppine
