Today, too, I will linger and enjoy sake.

1. Jozan Kasumisake
2. Taste Jozan Kasumisake
3. Today’s snack is German Fries

Jozan Kasumisake

I still have a weakness for this label [seasonal product].　
The pink label is pretty and reminds one of Japanese cherry blossoms. Now it is spring.

The kanji (常山) “Jozan ” was created by the late Hideo Jozan VII, who was also the creator of Jozan . It is reminiscent of the manly spirit and deep pockets of the seventh generation, who loved his hometown and its sake with all his heart. When Yukiko Jozan , the eighth generation, succeeded as the female brewer after the seventh generation passed away, she changed the name of the brewery to a softer one. She has been with the 8th generation through many hardships and joys.
Now, as the ninth generation, Shinpei Jozan , takes over, the symbol established by the seventh generation has been raised to guide the way toward innovative yet essential sake brewing, while never forgetting the original intention.

It is made from 100% Japanese rice and has 15% alcohol. Sake from Fukui Prefecture.

Bottle cap with family crest for a long time

Opening.

Scent is not that great.

Gulp

Taste Jozan Kasumisake

Slight natural microcarbonation. Very drinkable and thin. Low alcohol content.
The drink is clean and refreshing. Suitable for beginners and women.
Drink a lot as an aperitif and you will get bored.

Today’s snack is German Fries

I tried to combine it with western style dishes.
As it turns out, they don’t match.
It does not go well with basil sauce.
Cheese still goes with it somewhat.
The sweetness of the alcohol and the acidity and saltiness of the basil,
The sweetness of the alcohol, the acidity of the basil, and the saltiness do not work with each other and are disjointed in the mouth.
They don’t work well together.
Overall, it is not a good match.

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