FOOD & SAKE PAIRINGS
EGGS BENEDICT WITH
STEAMED ASPARAGUS &
CRISPY PROSCIUTTO
アスパラ、プロシュートの
エッグベネディクト
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DARUMA MASAMUNE
3 YEARS
達磨正宗３年古酒
CATEGORY:
KOSHU (AGED SAKE)
ABV: 16%
RICE POLISHING RATIO: 70%
RICE:
NIHONBARE
PRODUCER:
SHIRAKI BREWERY
LOCATION: GIFU
This small family-run producer specialises in
making Koshu (aged sake) and use brewing
methods that date back over 800 years to the
Kamakura era. Koshu was the preferred drink
of the privileged elite during this period. On
the front label, there is an image of Daruma
dolls, which represent the good fortune in
Japan that the doll never falls because of its
round ‘Weeble’ shape.
TASTING
This 3 year aged sake has a beautiful golden
colour, with aromas of spice such as cloves
and nutmeg, dried fruits and a hint of coffee
and toasted nuts. It’s mellow and rich with
a refreshing finish. Try this sake if you like
Dry Oloroso Sherry!
Available at Ministry of Drinks, £25.99
www.ministryofdrinks.co.uk
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