Today's Sip

December 30, 2021

Day #364 of the year.

Eiko Fuji Sake Ban Ryu Honjozo “10,000 Ways”

If you’re thirsting for something a little different this Thursday, try picking up a sake for tonight’s meal instead of wine. Eiko Fuji Sake Ban Ryu Honjozu is perfect for the sake beginner OR expert. Both the aficionado and newbie can appreciate that Fuji Brewery is operated by the 13th Kato family generation, giving it serious street cred in sake brewing, to say the least. On a more sensory level, Eiko Fuji Sake Ban Ryu Honjozu was made to emphasize how one sake can differ from another in “10,000 ways,” as well as be enjoyed in, you guessed it, “10,000 ways.” Anyone with a plate of food in front of them can appreciate that. Serve it chilled, warmed, hot, with light food, heavy food, sweet food, and spicy food.

ORIGIN

Yamagata, Japan

Rice Type

Yamagata table rice

Tasting Notes

Low aroma, light and fruity, with undertones of black currant, finishing crisp and clean.

Food Match

Serve chilled, room temperature, or warmed. Pair with a range of flavors from acidic green salads to oily ramen.

AUTHOR:

Diana Zahuranec

Diana studied Anthropology at Penn State and Food Culture & Communications at the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy. After living la bella vita in Italy for six years, she returned to the U.S. and landed in NYC. She has been working in wine since 2012 and holds WSET 2. Loves Nebbiolo and amaro. Talk to her about Italy.