Today's Sip

September 30, 2020

Day #274 of the year.

Joto Sake Yuzu “The Citrus One”

Whether you’re totally new to sake or a die-hard fan, make sure you’re ready for tomorrow, October 1 – cause it’s World Sake Day! It’s the perfect excuse to pick up a bottle and try something new and festive, exactly like Joto Sake “The Citrus One.” This Junmai sake is blended with the juice from the prized yuzu fruit that combines the bright flavors of mandarin, Meyer lemon, and Key lime. World Sake Day, or in Japan “Nihonshu no Hi,” is celebrated annually at the beginning of the 10th month of the year, which marks the first day of sake-making season. Cheers – or, kanpai!

ORIGIN

Shimane, Japan

Rice Type

Yamada Nishiki

Tasting Notes

Pronounced tartness, with notes of meyer lemon and mandarin orange. Tart and sweet in the finish.

Food Match

Best enjoyed on the rocks with a splash of soda. Mixes well to create fantastic cocktails.

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.