Shichida Virtual Tour
Experience the Essence of Sake: HOURAISEN Virtual Sake Tour!
ndulge in an exclusive journey into the heart of sake brewing, right from the comfort of your home!
Join us for the Houraisen Virtual Sake Journey— an unforgettable event that promises to tantalize your senses and elevate your appreciation for this revered Japanese traditional drink.
Guided by Yukino Ochiai, Australia’s esteemed Sake Samurai and a resident specialist at Deja vu Sake Co., along with CEO Mr Takeshi Sekiya from Houraisen, you’re in for an extraordinary experience.
Embark on a captivating virtual tour through the inner workings of a traditional sake brewery.
From the meticulous brewing process to the rich history behind each batch, our knowledgeable guides will unveil the secrets behind Japan’s iconic beverage.
Following the tour, immerse yourself in a guided sake-tasting session, where you’ll unravel the intricate flavours and aromas of premium sake.
Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or new to the world of sake, this is your chance to expand your palate and discover the nuances of this exquisite drink.
BESHI TOKUBESTU JUNMAI
蓬莱泉 可 特別純米
Tasting Comment:
Beshi is the name given to Houraisen’s Tokubetsu (special) Junmai. It is beautifully balanced with a gentle but complex nose.
There is fine acidity and fullness on the palate, with a smoothness and a nice dry finish.
Food Suggestion:
Grilled eel, chicken, yakitori, cream sauce-based dishes, grilled lamb and pizza.
ALC/VOL: 15.5%
KASUMIZUKI JUNMAI
蓬莱泉 霞月 純米
Tasting Comment:
Kasumizuki is Houraisen’s every day Junmai. It has a delicate flowery fragrance.
It is a medium-bodied sake with a kind of firmness on the palate.
Nice high acidity with an underlying bitter trace that creates a nice long dry finish.
Food Suggestion:
Grilled eel or teriyaki chicken. However, this sake is very versatile with any kind of food.
ALC/VOL: 15.5%
WA JUNMAI GINJO
蓬莱泉 和 純米吟醸
Tasting Comment:
’Wa’ means harmony and this Sake reflects this, with a wonderful balance between the rice sweetness and natural acidity.
It shows apricot and peach on the nose, and has a refreshing acidity and soft sweetness on the palate with an elegant mouth feel. It has lots of umami flavour with clean crispness.
Food Suggestion:
Potato gratin, variety of cheese, mushroom dish, or simply steamed beans.
ALC/VOL: 15.5%
MAKA JUNMAI DAIGINJO
蓬莱泉 摩訶
純米大吟醸
Tasting Comment:
Maka is Houraisen’s other flagship and very limited edition. Sake rice Yumesansui is 100% used and all rice is estate grown.
Carefully crafted and it has elegant fruitiness such as peach and apple. Wonderful soft texture, flavour of steamed rice, and clean acidity.
Limited release.
Food Suggestion:
Sashimi, grilled freshwater fish, miso or yuzu flavoured dishes, chawanmushi, tonkatsu and grilled tuna.
ALC/VOL: 16%