When I think of the taste that reminds me of my student days, "Zuikan Junmai Yamada Nishiki 70 Chō-Karakuchi" immediately comes to mind.
Back when I was attending a vocational school in Hiroshima, I wasn’t very familiar with sake. It was a friend who first introduced me to this particular one. At the time, I had just started drinking sake, but from the very first sip, I was astonished by how delicious it was.
Despite being labeled as "super dry," it wasn’t just about sharpness; it had a rich umami flavor that lingered beautifully. The crisp, clean finish made it incredibly smooth. While its sake meter value (SMV) is over +10, which might suggest an intense dryness, the actual taste was refreshingly balanced and pleasant. I was instantly hooked.
Every time I drink this sake, I’m transported back to my vocational school days, reminiscing about the fun times I had with friends. "Zuikan Junmai Yamada Nishiki 70 Chō-Karakuchi" is truly the taste of my student years and the sake that sparked my love for Japanese sake.
I still haven't forgotten that taste, and it was the starting point for me to discover the depth of sake. Do you have any special memories of drinking alcohol?