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Saké Portfolio
Asahi Shuzo Company                                                                                        Yamaguchi
                                                                                                               Japan
                    At Asahi Shuzo, we brew only super premium Junmai Dai-Ginjo sake. DASSAI sake is
                        created using a careful combination of tradition and cutting edg technology.
                            Our brewery is a medley of ancient tools and innovative equipment.
                       In short, DASSAI sake is all about quality, not quantity, both in how we brew it,
                                           as well as in how we hope you enjoy it.

                                                                     DASSAI “45” NIGORI
 DASSAI “45”
                                                                     Nigori Junmai Dai-Ginjo
 Junmai Dai-Ginjo                                                    Rice Polished to 45%
 Rice Polished to 45%
 Graceful and elegant, this well-balanced                            A Nigori version of the famous Dassai “45”
 saké soars with a light sweetness and                               Junmai Dai-Ginjo! This cloudy type saké
 vibrant acidity. Notes of ripe melons                               is light and pleasantly sweet with a super
 leading to a dry, wistfully clean finish.                           clean finish. Great to enjoy with rich and
 Easy to drink and extremely popular                                 spicy foods.
 among aficionados and those new                                     Pairings: tempura, rich foods, grilled seafood
 to saké.
 Pairings: oysters, grilled chicken,                                 +892943       300ml x 12
 cheeses, white fish sashimi, caviar
 +335927       300ml x 12
 +124453       720ml x 12
 +663252        1.8L x 6

                                                                         Gold Medal –
                                                                         Kura Master
                                                                         France 2017
 DASSAI “39”                                                         DASSAI “23”
 Junmai Dai-Ginjo                                                    Junmai Dai-Ginjo
 Rice Polished to 39%                                                Rice Polished to 23%
 Extremely light, fruity and a pure                                  Each grain of saké rice is painstakingly
 delight to drink. Smooth with mild                                  polished down to 23% of its original
 acidity. Aromatic layers of fresh                                   size. Cucumber, melon, and fresh
 pineapple, ripe pear, mango and                                     rainwater come to mind when tasting
 delicate anise fill the senses, with                                this saké. Incredible balance of
 a dry clean touch on the palate.                                    delicate aromas and the depth of a
 Sophisticated and refined –                                         full-bodied presence on the palate.
 a saké with poise!
                                                                     Pairings: yellowtail sashimi, tofu,
 Pairings: fatty tuna sashimi, beef                                  soft cheeses, lightly steamed fish
 wellington, chicken parmesan
                                                                     +124420      300ml x 12
 +124438      300ml x 12                                             +674457      720ml x 12
 +660134      720ml x 12

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Saké Portfolio
Dai Shichi Saké Brewery                                                                                Est. 1752
                                                                                                   Tohoku, Japan

                                       New to our Family
          Established in 1752, Dai Shichi is based in Tohoku, northeast Japan. We craft rich, mellow sakés
          whose outstanding reputation comes from an insistence on a strictly orthodox brewing tradition:
                   the kimoto method. All of our products are superb examples of kimoto saké.
                  Above all else, we seek depth of flavour: saké that grows and matures over time,
           flowering into exceptional quality. We continue to cherish hand-crafted brewing techniques
                 that combine the best of nature's bounty with our own expertise and experience.

KIMOTO CLASSIC                         MINOWAMON                               HOREKI DAISHICHI
Junmai                                 Junmai Dai-Ginjo                        Junmai Dai-Ginjo
“Super Flat” Rice Polish to 69%        “Super Flat” Rice Polish to 50%         “Super Flat” Rice Polish to 50%

This Junmai Kimoto has been            The clear taste has an underlying       This carefully matured saké gives
specially brewed for true              richness that creates a natural,        sweet-sour accents and boasts
connoisseurs of sake. Rich and         elegant aroma and a gentle, mellow      an exquisite, fruity aroma that
deeply flavored, it is matured for a   texture of remarkable delicacy.         envelops you in its gentle, creamy
full extra year. Intended to be        For two years running, this saké        perfume. It has received great praise,
appreciated at room temperature or     has gained top place in voting by       thanks to its particularly well-balanced
gently warmed, this is a saké with a   kikizakeshi (Japanese saké              body and unparalleled richness. Only
classic character. Calming mineral     sommeliers) in the refined saké         a limited number of bottles of this
fragrances with creamy overtones       section. It has also won consecutive    exclusive saké are produced each
produce soft, swelling flavors in      gold medals in competition in the       year. This is the only kimoto-based,
which all the elements are             United States                           junmai saké to have won the Gold
harmonized.                                                                    Medal in the Japan Brewing Society's
                                                                               national competition.
+814311      720ml x 6                 +814309      720ml x 6
                                                                               +814307      720ml x 3

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Saké Portfolio
Nakano Shuzo                                                                                            Est. 1844
                                                                                                     Aichi, Japan

      INDIGO WIND
      Sparkling Junmai Saké                                         NOTA-BOZU KURO BLACK
      Rice Polished to 30%                                          Junmai Nigori
                                                                    Rice Polished to 65%
      A delightful twist on regular sake!
      Bubbly, soft creaminess caresses                              Alcohol 12%
      the palate. Notes of citrus and                               Rice polish rate 65%
      vanilla flavours intertwine in a                              SMV -15
      gentle, satisfying balance of                                 Acidity 1.6
      sweetness and acidity.
                                                                    Charcoal powders made from bamboo
      A great aperitif!
                                                                    in nigori saké. Very unique. Very silky.
      Pairings: risotto, oysters,                                   Serve chilled.
      spiced mixed nuts, mild cheeses
                                                                    +806093       300ml x 12
      +711743      200ml x 15

                                                                      Gold Medal –
                                                                  Japan Saké Wine Glass
                           Gold Medal
                                                                      Competition
                            Winner –
                        Fine Saké Awards
                                                                      2017 & 2018
                           Japan 2020

                                     SAIKA DAI-GINJO
                                     Dai-Ginjo
                                     Rice Polished to 50%

                                     This carefully crafted saké greets
                                     you with the fruity aromas typical
                                     of a Ginjo style saké. Medium-bodied
                                     and dry with a pleasant mouth-feel.
                                     Very versatile and food friendly.

                                     +817083     720ml x 6
                                     +817082    1800ml x 6

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Japanese Plum Wine Portfolio
Nakano Shuzo                                                                                          Est. 1844
                                                                                                   Aichi, Japan
            Nakano Shuzo was established in Aichi, Japan in 1844. Our brand name “Kunizakari”
            stands for “country prosperity”. Our wish is for the saké to prosper and the region
               to flourish and prosper along with it. We strive to make ever better beverages
                    with the awareness of culture based on traditions of over 300 years.

     UMÉ

     Japanese Plum
     Refreshing and unique, plum wine
     is gaining fans amongst wine and                             ROSE UMÉ-SHU
     saké lovers alike. The sweet, deep
                                                                  Japanese Plum - Rose
     essence of plum with a mild spicy
     tartness balances nicely in this drink.
                                                                  Discover the delightful aromas
     Try it after dinner or with dessert
                                                                  and flavours of natural rose petals
     with some ice or a splash of soda
                                                                  in this unique drink.
     water.
                                                                  Try it on it's own over ice
     Pairings: Dark chocolate, baklava,                           or create a colourful new cocktail.
     salty mixed nuts, sorbet

     +568907     300ml x 20                                       +814184     300ml x 12
     +779970        2L x 6

                                                             SAKAGURA UMÉ
    KOCHA TEA UMÉ-SHU
                                                             Japanese Plum – Nigori Pressed
    Japanese Plum – Black Tea
                                                             Roughly pressing this plum wine adds
    100% Darjeeling Tea                                      more layers of juice and fruit, providing an
    The combination of refreshing                            unmatched complexity of texture and
    sweetness from Japanese local                            flavour. The juiciness of plum is abundant
    plums and elegant aroma from                             on the palate which is perfectly punctuated
    Darjeeling teas makes amazing                            by a gentle sweetness and surprising
    profile.                                                 lightness. Enjoy on its own, with soda,
                                                             or on ice.
    Best served chilled or with ice.                         Pairings: fruit, sorbet, creamy vanilla
                                                             ice cream, crisp salads
    +193136       300ml x 12                                 +801190      300ml x 12

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Flavoured Fruits Portfolio
Nakano Shuzo                                                                                            Est. 1844
                                                                                                     Aichi, Japan

 NASHI NO OSAKÉ                          MOMO NO OSAKÉ                      MIKAN NO OSAKÉ
 Pear Saké                               Peach Saké                         Mandarin Orange Saké

 Deliciously fresh, crisp, all natural   Gorgeous aromas and flavours       Surprisingly intense and delicious
 flavours of ripe Asian Pears.           of natural Peach will delight      flavours of sweet, all natural
 Enjoy chilled over ice or create        the senses. Drink chilled over     Mandarin Orange. Enjoy chilled
 and exciting cocktail.                  ice or use in making a unique      over ice or add it to a Mimosa.
                                         Sangria.

 +779973      300ml x 12                 +779971     300ml x 12             +27193     300ml x 12

 CITRUS MIX OSAKÉ                        POMEGRANATE OSAKÉ                  OBAACHAN’S YUZU-SHU
 Citrus Fruit Saké                       Pomegranate Saké                   Japanese Yuzu-shu

 A simply delicious combination          A vibrantly tart and sweet drink   100% local yuzu citrus
 of Japanese Citrus fruits               made from all-natural              Refreshing natural acidity and
 that will enhance any cocktail          Pomegranate. Pour straight         sweetness from citrus. No artificial
 or simply serve on its own              over ice, mix with soda            flavour, colour or seasoning added.
 over ice.                               or add to a cocktail.
                                                                            Best served chilled or with ice.
                                                                            Pairings: salad, light fish
 +814182        300ml x 12               +814183       300ml x 12
                                                                            +781716      300ml x 12

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Flavoured Fruits
Nakano Saké Brewery Co. Ltd.
Est. 1844
Aichi, Japan              New Products From Nakano

                KUNIZAKARI ROSE                               SAIKA DAI-GINJO
                SPARKLING UMÉ                                 NAMA-CHO SAKÉ
                Sparkling Plum - Rose                         Saké

                Discover the fresh aromas                     Fruity aromas typical of a Ginjo
                and flavours of natural rose                  style saké. Very food friendly.
                petals combined with bright
                bubbles in a drink that will
                delight the senses.                           +829326      180ml x 12

                +831135      300ml x 12

                                                                                            Platinum Medal
                                                                                               Winner –
                                                                                           Kura Master Paris
                                                                                                  2018

                                                         GAHOUJIN                             Gold Medal
               KUNIZAKARI NIGORI                         Junmai Dai-Ginjo                      Winner –
               PREMIUM SAKÉ                              Rice polished to 30%              Fine Saké Awards
               Nigori Saké                                                                    Japan 2020
                                                         Utilizing over 300 years of brewing
               This cloudy style saké is medium-         experience, this saké shows the
               bodied with a pleasant, light sweetness   evolving taste of a new era.
               that pairs well with sweet or spicy       Enticing aromas with an elegant,
               foods and BBQ.                            clean taste profile. The premium
                                                         Yamada-nishiki saké rice is highly
               +829327       720ml x 6                   polished down to just 30%.

                                                         +834742     0   720ml x 3

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Saké Portfolio
Oku no Matsu Saké Brewery                                                                       Est. 1716
                                                                                        Fukushima, Japan

                                  New to our Family
    Oku no Matsu Shuzo was established in Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima with a view of both the Abukuma
   and Adatara mountain ranges. For over 300 years we have been committed to brewing high quality saké
      that satisfies customers from both Japan and abroad using a combination of traditional techniques
                                     and the latest innovative technology.

            Gold Medal
             Winner –
                                                                      2018 Int'l Wine
             Fine Saké
                                                                        Challenge
              Awards
                                                                     Grand Champion
            Japan 2019                                                    Saké

      SPARKLING                                            ADATARA
      Junmai Dai-Ginjo                                     Ginjo
      Rice Polished to 50%                                 Rice Polished to 60%

      Feel the invigorating sensation                      Pretty floral notes of honeysuckle,
      as the tiny bubbles fizz. Enjoy                      jasmine, peach, ripe pear & melony
      the sweet aromas of Dai-Ginjo                        fruits. Clean and balanced. Fresh
      polished rice. Savour the crisp,                     and gentle on the dry palate with
      full quality that only Junmai                        a layered, creamy, smooth structure.
      Dai-Ginjo can bring.
                                                           +813412      720ml x 6
      +814188      290ml x 12

                                                                     Gold Medal
             Gold Medal
                                                                      Winner –
              Winner –
                                                                     US National
              Fine Saké
                                                                        Saké
               Awards
                                                                      Appraisal
             Japan 2019
                                                                      Honolulu
                                                                        2019
      YUSA                                                 SAKURA
      Junmai Ginjo                                         Dai-Ginjo
      Rice Polished to 55%                                 Rice Polished to 50%

      A wonderfully balanced, melon                        Aromas of vanilla nut brittle, coconut
      aroma. Gently sweet and nicely                       water, and papaya custard with a silky,
      textured flavours that are softened                  dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body.
      around the edges by a milky,                         A soft, alluring saké with a nice
      creamy touch, leading to a mild                      balance of fruit.
      and very clean finish.
                                                           +814186        300ml x 12
      +814260       720ml x 6                              +814187        720ml x 6

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Saké Portfolio
Saké One Co.                                                                                             Est. 1992
                                                                                                          Oregon
               At SakéOne we tap into the idyllic waters of Oregon's Willamette Valley to brew pure,
               premium saké in a variety of styles. Between our three craft-brewed brands, SakéOne
               has won more awards than any other saké company in America. We strive to innovate
                               and create the best quality saké for our consumers.

     MOONSTONE
     ASIAN PEAR SAKÉ                                        MOMOKAWA DIAMOND
     Infused Junmai Ginjo                                   Junmai Ginjo
     Rice Polished to 60%                                   Rice Polished to 60%

     The infusion of Asian pear essence                     A well balanced classic saké,
                                                                                                   92pts, Great Value,
                                                                                                    Gold Medal –
     is added just prior to bottling to maintain            mildly dry and sweet, well-structured Ultimate Wine
     freshness of flavours. An aromatic                     with aspects of ripened cantaloupe      Challenge ’19
     wellspring of lush ripened pear with                   and light honey. A lovely hint
                                                            of spice and mineral rounds out      94pts, Gold Medal –
     a mildly sweet and crisp finish.
                                                                                                  Tasting Panel ‘19
     Very light and easy to drink.                          this easy sipper.
     A great saké for beginners!
     Pairings: grilled chicken                              Pairings: grilled chicken, halibut,
     or prawns, pasta dishes                                herb salad with feta, scallops

                                                            +745252       300ml x 12
     +736284        300ml x 12
                                                            +586941       750ml x 12
     +588665       750ml x 12

           89pts, Best Buy, Silver Medal –                        93pts, Best Buy, Gold Medal –
             World Saké Challenge ‘19                               World Saké Challenge ’19
                                                                         Gold Medal –
                                                                    London Saké Challenge ’19

                     Top 100                                           93pts, Gold Medal –
                  VanMag Awards                                         Tasting Panel ‘19

     MOMOKAWA PEARL                                       “G” JOY & “BABY G”
     Junmai Ginjo Nigori Genshu                           Junmai Ginjo Genshu
     Rice Polished to 60%                                 Rice Polished to 60%

                                                          Genshu sakés are cask-strength.
     Nigori is roughly-pressed saké with creamier
                                                          The “G” sakés stand at 18% alcohol,
     saké lees visible in the finished product.
     Fantastic textures and flavours abound               are robust with good acidity. Subtle
     with this premium Nigori saké enveloped              touches of melon, its light sweetness
     with melons, banana and coconut in a slightly        punctuated with the balance
     sweet finish. This saké is genshu-strength           of a lingering dry finish.
     at 18% alcohol.
                                                          Pairings: spice rubbed ribs,
     Pairings: spicy foods like Thai curries,             rich cheeses, lamb, tempura,
     grilled meats, chocolate, strawberries               okonomiyaki, fajitas

     +737320       300ml x 12                             +600676      300ml x 12
     +586958       750ml x 12                             +866392      750ml x 6

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Saké Portfolio
Tama no Hikari
Est. 1673          Tama no Hikari, was born in 1673, producing quality saké for almost 350 years.
Kyoto, Japan          We take great care in selecting not only the type of rice we use, but also
                    how it is planted. We led the industry in reviving Junmai, sake made without
                   added alcohol or sugar. Our sake is made from only rice, water, yeast and koji.

                                                                                                        Gold Medal
                                                                                                         Winner –
                                                                 YAMAHAI CLASSIC                         Kan Saké
       KARAKUCHI                                                 Junmai Ginjo                          Awards Japan
       Junmai Ginjo                                              Rice Polished to 60%                      2018
       Rice Polished to 60%                                      Silver Medal
       Yamada Nishiki Rice                                       2012 U.S. National Saké Appraisal
       A very dry Junmai Ginjo style from                        A distinctive full-bodied flavour - big,
       the ancient capital of Japan.                             rich and bold with higher acid
       Very elegant with clean finish.                           structure. A gentle light sweetness
                                                                 sets in which hints of roasted
       Pairings: Sashimi, sushi, tempura.
                                                                 chestnuts. Trying this versatile saké
       meat and most Japanese foods!
                                                                 chilled or warmed is chance to explore
                                                                 and appreciate its alluring depth.
                                                                 Pairings: shrimp pasta salad, stewed
        +806097      720ml x 6
                                                                 pork, BBQ chicken, rich foods, cheeses

                                                                 +256008      720ml x 6

        Silver Medal
          Winner –                                                                          Bronze Medal
        London Int’l                                                                          Winner –
        Wine & Spirit                                                                        London Int’l
        Competition                                                                             Wine
            2016                                                                              Challenge
       GOLD OMACHI                                                                              2018
       Junmai Dai-Ginjo
                                                                BLACK LABEL
       Rice Polished to 48%
                                                                Junmai Dai-Ginjo
       Omachi is one of the oldest and                          Rice Polished to 35%
       most revered strains of saké rice
       in Japan. This ultra-premium Omachi saké                 This is our highest classification
       beautifully balances aspects of rich and                 and most premium saké.
       dry with gentle hints of caramel, pineapple              Produced with unsurpassed
       and light fern. Ends with a crisp and clean              skill and passion, we present
       finish.
                                                                to you the crown jewel from
       Pairings: crab and artichoke                             Tama no Hikari!
       with butter sauce, cheese fondue
                                                                +822499       720ml x 4
       +714519     300ml x 12
       +153288     720ml x 6

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Saké Portfolio
  Toko Brewery, Kojima Sohonten
  Est. 1597
  Yamagata, Japan

                                      New to our Family!
                          We appreciate rice and water as Nature’s gifts. Our aim is to make
                          the best quality sakés respecting each characteristic of these gifts.

                                                                 Gold Medal                                      Gold Medal
                                                                  Winner –                                        Winner –
                                                              Fine Saké Awards                                Fine Saké Awards
                                                                 Japan 2020                                      Japan 2018

                Gold Medal                                                                                        Gold –
                 Winner –                                         Platinum –                                    Saké China
             Fine Saké Awards                                 Saké China Awards                                Awards Beijing
                Japan 2018                                       Beijing 2018                                      2018

TOKO JUNMAI                           TOKO JUNMAI GINJO GENSHU                    TOKO FUKUROTSURI
                                                                                  Junmai Dai-Ginjo
Junmai                                Junmai Ginjo Genshu
                                                                                  Rice Polished to 35%
Rice Polished to 60%                  Rice Polished to 55%
                                                                                  Fukuro-tsuri (Drip-saké) is made
A soft and gentle taste that leaves   Rich ripe fruit aromas and flavours.        using only the liquid from moromi
you wanting more. It is a classic     Un-diluted at 16% alcohol gives             (fermentation mush) that drops by
pure rice saké that will become       this saké loads of Umami.                   gravity through a hanged filter bag.
a favourite. Try it cold or warm      Long and satisfying on the finish.          It has an elegant fragrance with a
to enjoy it’s various expressions!    Great value!                                dense, fascinating taste. The fruity
                                                                                  flavor and the smooth texture will
+817953      1800ml x 6               +817946     720ml x 6                       leave an impression of ripened fruits
                                                                                  – and you won’t believe it is saké
                                                                                  made from rice!

                                                                                  +817945         720ml x 2

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Saké Portfolio
                                                         Certified                                                Est. 1875
Tenzan Shuzo                                              Vegan                                                 Saga, Japan
                Tenzan Saké Brewery is located in Saga Prefecture in the northwestern part of the island
                  of Kyushu. The brewery is owned by the Shichida family and was established in 1875.
                 From the first generation to the current fifth generation, we have focused on brewing
                                   the highest quality saké using the best quality rice.                           Gold Medal
                                                                                                                    Winner –
                                                                                                                   Kura Master
        Gold Medal –                                                                                                Paris 2019
       US National Saké
        Appraisal 2019                                                                                             Gold Medal –
                                                                                                                  US National Saké
          Gold Medal                                                                                               Appraisal 2019
           Winner –
          Kura Master                                                                                              Gold Medal
           Paris 2018                                                                                               Winner –
                                                                                                                Fine Saké Awards
                                                                                                                   Japan 2020
                                           BAMBOO JIZAKE SAKÉ
 SHICHIDA JUNMAI                                                                        SHICHIDA JUNMAI DAI-GINJO
                                           Junmai Genshu
 MUROKA SAKÉ                               Rice Polished to 60%                         Junmai Dai-Ginjo
 Junmai                                                                                 Rice Polished to 45%
 Rice Polished to 65%                      Crafted using water from the
                                                                                        The most luxurious sake among
                                           Tenzan Mountains, this is a rich
 A medium bodied, well balanced                                                         the Shichida series, This elegant,
                                           and full bodied saké with flavours
 saké with naturally occurring                                                          fruity sake is filled with delicate
                                           of ripe melons and a slightly                white flower aroma and is silky
 Umami interwoven
                                           earthy undertone.                            smooth on the palate.
 with vibrant acidity.
                                           +806098     300ml x 12                       +831182      720ml x 6 New Size!
 +794522      720ml x 12                   +786152     720ml x 12

                                                                                                               Est. 1743
Yoshida Saké Brewery                                              Certified
                                                                   Vegan                                  Shimane, Japan
                 The current owner of Gassan is the 5th Generation of his family’s involvement in the brewery
           and is a certified Saké Expert Assessor, of whom there are currently only fifty. Using both contemporary
                            and traditional toji skills, Gassan delivers quality saké that is one of a kind.

                    Gold Medal
                     Winner –
                    Kura Master
                     Paris 2018

GASSAN HOUJUN KARAKUCHI                        GASSAN IZUMO                                       GASSAN
Junmai                                         Junmai Ginjo                                       Junmai Dai-Ginjo
Rice Polished to 70%                           Rice Polished to 60%                               Rice Polished to 50%

Wafting, opulent aromas                        The nose is filled with blackberries,
                                                                                                  Elegantly balanced with rich
Settle to a classic dry,                       minerals, steamed rice and hint
                                                                                                  aromas, bursting with umami
rich, smooth finish.                           of pineapple. Plump and soft on
                                                                                                  and complex layers crafted
                                               the palate with hints of oats, cotton,
                                                                                                  from the softest water in Japan.
+814314      720ml x 6                         pineapple and overall umami.
                                                                                                  +834743     720ml x 6
                                               +814318      720ml x 6

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Saké Portfolio
Yoshi no Gawa Saké Company                                                                            Est.1548
                                                                                                Niigata, Japan

            Yoshi no Gawa is the oldest brewery in the famed Saké producing region of Niigata, Japan.
           Founded in 1548 they are now celebrating their 471th Anniversary. Using ancient traditions
               and innovative production technologies, the Master Brewer and his team continue
                           to craft the finest premium Sakés in this prestigious region.

                                                                                 Gold Medal
               Platinum Medal Winner –                                            Winner –
               Kura Master France 2019                                            Concours
                                                                                 Mondial 2018
 "INSPIRATION" SPARKLING
 JUNMAI SAKAGURA                                              BREWMASTER’S CHOICE
 NO AWAYUKI PREMIUM SAKÉ                                      (TOJI NO BANSHAKU)
 Rice Polished to 65%                                         Honjozo
                                                              Rice Polished to 65%
 Bright, sparkling bubbles dance in your mouth.
 Delicate aromas of ripe fruits with a pleasant               The name says it all…this is the saké the brewmasters
 round sweetness make this sparkler perfect                   always want to drink. Smooth with a clean finish, this
 as an aperitif or With dessert. The name                     versatile saké can be enjoyed chilled or warm.
 “Awayuki” means light snowflakes.
                                                              +794511      720ml x 12
 +814197     300ml x 12                                       +678300       1.8L x 6

                    Gold Medal
                     Winner –
                    Los Angeles
                     Int’l Wine
                     Challenge
                        2019
     KOMÉ DRY                                                 KOMÉ DAKÉ NO SAKÉ
     Honjozo                                                  “CLASSIC”
     Rice Polished to 65%
                                                              Junmai
     A well balanced saké with a mild sweetness               Rice Polished to 65%
     and distinctively dry characteristic. Soft tones
     of tropical fruits make its presence known,              This ‘pure-rice’ saké is extremely
     with hints of light moss leading to an ultra-            drinkable and full-bodied.
     clean finish. Try it slightly warm and discover          Clean on the palate – a well-balanced
     the complex flavours dance across your                   richness envelops the tongue with
     palate.                                                  exotic flavours of clementine and
                                                              passion fruit.
     Pairings: edamame, meat, skewers,                        Gold Medal winner of Canada Saké
     seafood salad                                            Challenge (Vendor Mag).

     +794008       300ml x 12                                 Pairings: tempura, chicken alfredo,
     +117432      1800ml x 6                                  seaweed salad, duck, light cheeses
     +957761         18L x 1
                                                              +514141    300ml x 12

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Saké Portfolio
Yoshi no Gawa Saké Company                                                                                       Est.1548
                                                                                                           Niigata, Japan

                                                Gold Medal
                                                 Winner –
                                                Los Angeles
                                                 Int’l Wine
                                               Challenge 2017

                                          GOKU JO
UMI BLU                                   Ginjo                                            YOSHI SPECIAL PREMIUM
                                          Rice Polished to 55%                             Junmai Ginjo
Premium Ginjo                                                                              Rice Polished to 60%
                                          With a crisp fennel aroma and fresh
Rice polished to 60%                      herbs on the palate, this saké is ultra-         YOSHI Special Premium is only
                                          smooth and refreshing. Rich with a               available in Canada! Hand-crafted in
This unique and innovatively              delicately soft acid structure, Goku Jo          Japan with a standard reflective of
packaged premium saké is light            arrives in light fruity fashion, revealing       this 20th Generation producer, it is
and refreshing. It is specially           elements of honeydew and orange-                 clean and crisp, with delicate hints of
crafted using rice from                   magnolia flowers in its wake, with a long        light fruit. A smooth “pure rice” saké
the pristine Niigata prefecture.          herbaceous, anise finish.                        with understated aromas of almond
Semi-dry with pleasing aromas
                                          Pairings: pickled vegetables, umé                and pear.
of ripe tropical fruits and a well
balanced acidity that leads               chicken, scallop carpaccio, herb salad
                                                                                           Pairings: bright summer salad, fried or
to a smooth clean finish.                 +740628      300ml x 12                          fresh shrimp, lemon butter chicken
                                          +593319      720ml x 12
+870923        300ml x 12                 +806095     1800ml x 6                           +622944      300ml x 12

                                                                                                          Commended–
                                                                                                            Int’l Wine
                                                                                                         Challenge 2018

               GOKU JO JUNMAI DAI-GINJO                                 YOSHI NO GAWA DAI-GINJO
               Junmai Dai-Ginjo                                         Dai-Ginjo
               Rice Polished to 40%                                     Rice Polished to 40%

               New Product!                                             The amazing complexity and well-balanced
                                                                        structure is owed to a unique 3-year cellaring
               Expressive yet not overpowering                          in sub-zero temperatures making this daiginjo
               aromas, flow from this quietly complex                   the pinnacle of ultra premium saké.
               Junmai Dai-ginjo. Rich rice notes                        Fresh melons and lush ripe fruit, kissed
               upfront exquisitely balanced with classic                with mild spices, leading to a delightfully
               Dai-ginjo fruit/melon notes on the palate                rich lingering finish.
               and dry finish. A great representation
               of Yoshi no Gawa Saké at its finest.                     Pairings: grilled squid, sautéed wild
                                                                        mushrooms, black cod, pork belly.

               +822494        720ml x 4                                 +717873        720ml x 6

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Saké Portfolio

Yoshi no Gawa Saké Company                                            Est.1548
                                                                Niigata, Japan

            New Shochu from Yoshi no Gawa!
                   Very Limited Quantity!

                        YOSHI NO GAWA
                          KASHIDARU
                         Barrel Aged Shochu

                      A unique, barrel aged shochu
                     that has been resting for years
                 at the brewery. The fact that there are
                no records of actual dates adds intrigue
                  to the mystery around this delicious,
                          whiskey-like shochu.
                   There are only 50 cases available
                     and once they are gone, we will
                       not see this product again.

                        +814937     720ml x 6

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Shochu Portfolio
Premium Shochu
Japanese-style vodka

 MOONLIGHT                                   NI-KAI-DO                                       DAN-DAN
 “TSUKI NO HIKARI”
                                             Barley Shochu-Vodka                             Sweet Potato Shochu-Vodka
 Barley Shochu-Vodka
 Smooth and soft, this shochu goes           One of the most popular brands                  Spicy and subtly sweet, the name
 down well on its own, over a bit of ice,    of shochu in Japan. Nakaido                     ‘Dan Dan’ comes from a local
 or mixed in a splash of hot water with      invented Mugi Shochu-Vodka                      Southern Japanese dialect meaning
 an umé .                                    (the traditional Japanese barley                “thank you”. Distilled in small batches,
 Dry with a light malty nuance.              soft vodka). Very mild, subtle malt             this shochu is light, dry and mildly
 Easy to create amazing cocktails with       with little scent, it is the perfect cocktail   fragrant. Try it with a splash of water
 this light, clean vodka.                    base.                                           to release the aromas.

 Pairings: salt rubbed grilled fish, pork,   Pairings: charcoal grilled meats                Pairings: fruit pies, fruit sauces,
 chicken, sashimi, chips and salsa           like yakitori or bbq, seafood hot-pot           chocolate, turkey with cranberry
                                                                                             sauce
 +727909      750ml x 12
                                             +190264       900ml x 12                        +716497      720ml x 12

                                                                                                    Gold Medal
                                                                                                      Winner –
                                                                                              (Every year since 2016)
            Silver Medal –                                                                       Monde Selection
             SFWSC 2017                                                                          Spirits & Liqueurs
                                                                                                    Rome 2019
 IICHIKO NAPOLEON                            YOSHI NO GAWA                                    TAN-TAKA-TAN
 Premium Shochu                                                                               Shiso (herb) Shochu-Vodka
                                             KASHIDARU
 This is a best seller among genuine         Barrel Aged Shochu                               Hand-picked purple shiso leaves
 shochu. Sweet aromas of melon                                                                are used to create this intriguing
 and watermelon are followed by              Very Limited Quantity!                           aromatic shochu. Very easy sipper,
 a delicate taste that hints of pear                                                          it is fresh, clean tasting with the
 and sweet orchard. The finish               A unique, barrel aged shochu                     essence of flowers and fresh cut
 Is clean and smooth.                        that has been resting for years                  herbs. Delicious over ice or with a
                                             at the brewery. The fact that there              splash of hot water.
 Defined as the “Napoleon of the             are no records of actual dates
 Working Class Neighborhood” –               adds intrigue to the mystery                     Pairings: salads, grilled mackerel,
 for it’s high end quality at a very         around this delicious, whiskey-like              savory seafood stew
 reasonable price.                           shochu.
                                             .
 +783753      900ml x 12                     +814937        720ml x 6                         +299149      720ml x 12

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“Wholesale Pricelist”
                           Shochu / Japanese Whiskey Portfolio
Zuisen Brewery Co. Ltd
Est. 1887
Okinawa, Japan
                     Now            Available!

                             ZUISEN SHO “BLACK”
                              Awamori Koshu Shochu
                                  3 Years Old
                 Silky smooth, its drinkable quality provides refinement
                      in a glass. A flinty minerality with mild acidity
                        on the palate. Slightly dry, clean and light.
                                    25% Alc./Vol.

                               +869297        720ml x 6

Eigashima Shuzo Co. Ltd
Est. 1881            Now               Available!
Akashi-City, Japan

                  AKASHI JAPANESE BLENDED WHISKY
                     This is whisky blended in the scotch tradition,
                  with Japanese precision, the malt is lightly peated,
                     and vatting is mostly ex-bourbon, balanced by
                   White Oak’s unique variety of barrels. The nose
                       is very fruity with apricots and dried fruits,
                                 and a shy note of honey.
                              + 798882        500ml X 6

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Japanese Whiskey Portfolio

                              Situated between The north and south Japanese alps, Mars Shinshu
                          is Japan’s highest whisky distillery at nearly 800 meters. The Hombo family
                               have been distilling for more than a century and they added Whisky
                          to their repertoire in 1949 in Kagoshima. That was the southernmost whisky
                                made in Japan until 1984, when all whisky production was moved
                                                  to the current location in Nagano.

   IWAI WHISKY                                                             IWAI TRADITION
   Kiichiro Iwai, the name sake
                                                                           This malt driven spirit is truly a reflection
   for this Mars Whisky, was a silent
                                                                           of contemporary Japanese whisky.
   pioneer of Japan whisky. This whisky
                                                                           Incredibly balanced, soft and layered.
   is inspired by the great whiskies
                                                                           A blending of sherry, bourbon and wine
   of America. A majority of corn, balanced
                                                                           casks with delicate hints of peat
   with light malt and aged in ex-bourbon
                                                                           make for a harmonious whisky
   barrels. Ideal for daily sipping,
                                                                           that would make Iwai-san proud.
   in a Mint Julep or an Old Fashioned.
                                                                           Tasting Notes:
   Tasting Notes: Sweet with fruit flavours
                                                                           Ripe cherry, honey and toffee
   like pear, quince and hints of red fruits
                                                                           with a beautiful ginger spice.
   and vanilla.

   +812847      750ml x 6                                                  +814180       750ml x 6

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