Dassai Blue Sake Junmai Daiginjo Type 50 NV 375ml

In the style of DASSAI, the unique point of this sake is its clean aroma and wonderful undertone of fruitiness. Especially as you savor the finish of the sake, the aroma will clearly remind you of the Japanese DASSAI. The taste is soft and smooth due to the low alcohol level. The body is firm and has abeautiful sweetness, so it does not taste thin or watery, which is common with low alcohol sake.

• Country: United States
• Region: New York
• Size: 375ml

Varietal

Sake

Sake is a Japanese rice wine made from fermented rice, water, yeast, and koji mold (Aspergillus oryzae), which converts starch into fermentable sugars. Unlike beer, which undergoes sequential fermentation, sake is brewed using multiple parallel fermentation, where saccharification and fermentation occur simultaneously. It typically ranges from 13-16% ABV and is classified based on rice polishing ratio and whether brewer’s alcohol is added. Sake styles vary widely. Junmai sakes, made without added alcohol, tend to have a rich, umami-driven character, while Ginjo and Daiginjo sakes—brewed with highly polished rice—offer delicate, aromatic profiles with notes of melon, pear, and floral elegance. Futsushu, an everyday table sake, is less refined but widely consumed. Sake can be enjoyed chilled, warm, or at room temperature, depending on the variety. With a smooth texture and balanced acidity, it pairs well with sushi, tempura, grilled fish, and a variety of Japanese dishes.