NIIGATA・Nagaoka city
Kubota Koju
くぼた こうじゅ ／ Kubota Koju
Junmai
Ginjo
The aroma slowly expands, the flavor has a subtle sweetness, and as the acidity makes itself known, the richness one detects in the mouth hints at rice umami. It can be served at a wide range of temperatures, from chilled to lukewarm.
- Sake brewery
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朝日酒造株式会社
- ASAHI SHUZO -
Flavor profile
Recommended temperature
chilled
room temperature
Heated
Sake vessels
Use a sake cup with straight sides to enjoy the light and clean sake.
Food pairing
Koju has a dryness within its subtle sweetness, and this makes it match well with bold flavored dishes. It especially pairs well with butter-sauteed scallops and ketchup-simmered chicken.
Sake profile
| Prefecture | NIIGATA |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Nagaoka city |
| Type of sake | Junmai Ginjo |
| Ingredients | rice , rice koji |
| Sake rice | Gohyakumangoku (五百万石) |
| Location of sake rice production | Niigata prefecture |
| brewing water | Takaramizu water (soft water) |
| Rice polishing ratio | 55% |
| Acl / Vol. | 15% |
| NihonshudoSake meter value | +2 |
| Flavor | Slightly dry |
Type of sake
Rice polishing ratio
50% or lower
Rice polishing ratio
60% or lower
Rice polishing ratio
70% or lower
Rice polishing ratio
80% or lower
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