獺祭 三割九分 純米大吟釀 Dassai 39 Junmai Daiginjo (1x30cl)

This is the small one: 獺祭 三割九分 純米大吟釀, Dassai 39 Junmai Daiginjo from Yamaguchi, in a 30cl bottle rather than the 72cl we also carry. That size does a specific job - enough for one or two people over an evening, sensible if it is your first time with the grade, and easy to add to a gift without committing to a large bottle.

The 三割九分 on the label means 39: the rice was polished down to 39% of its original size before brewing, and that degree of polishing is what puts it in the daiginjo grade rather than a step below. It is also why this style reads cleaner and more aromatic than everyday sake.

Tasting notes

Junmai daiginjo is usually served chilled, not warmed - straight from the fridge, or let it sit a few minutes, and use a wine glass if you want to catch the aromatics. Pair it with sashimi, steamed seafood or light dishes rather than anything heavily sauced.