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Minna no Sakagura Doburoku Tsubutsubu 500ml – Bold Sparkling Unfiltered Japanese Sake from Iwate

Minna no Sakagura Doburoku Tsubutsubu 500ml – Bold Sparkling Unfiltered Japanese Sake from Iwate

Description

🏆Winner of the Gold Medal at the TOKYO SAKE CHALLENGE 2026!

Experience an extraordinary "tsubutsubu" (granular texture) like no other. Doburoku Tsubutsubu is an ultra-rich, creamy, and slightly effervescent craft sake packed with the authentic taste of unrefined rice.

Despite its intense sweetness and rich rice umami, it delivers a refreshingly clean finish with a playful, bubbly mouthfeel. Crafted using 100% Iwate-grown "Gin-otome" sake rice and local Iwate seed koji "Roots36", this small-batch sake offers a bold, dessert-like experience. Perfect for lovers of rich flavors and unique craft beverages—serve well-chilled for a truly refreshing treat in Singapore’s tropical climate!

Product Specifications

・Category: Unfiltered Sake / Craft Doburoku

・Alcohol Content (ABV): 12%

・Volume: 500ml

・Origin (Prefecture): Iwate, Japan (Brewed in Ofunato)

・Rice Variety: 100% Iwate-grown "Gin-otome" Rice

・Serving Temperature: Well-Chilled (3°C – 8°C)

・Style: Slightly Sparkling (Slightly Effervescent), Rich, Sweet & Granular

 

⚠️ Important Opening Instructions (Caution)

CAUTION – CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE:

This sake is naturally effervescent and pressurized. Open with care!

Slowly loosen the cap bit by bit to release gas before fully opening to prevent foaming or overflow. Keep well-refrigerated and open extra cold.

 

Tasting Notes

・Aroma: Sweet, fresh steamed rice, with gentle yogurt and fruity fermented notes.

・Flavor Profile: Rich rice sweetness and deep umami balanced by a lively, effervescent pop and a clean finish.

・Mouthfeel: Unmistakably thick, creamy, and granular with a fun "chewy" rice texture.

How to Enjoy & Food Pairings

Serving Suggestion:

Serve extra cold directly from the fridge. Glassware with a wide rim, like a wine glass or a tumbler, highlights both its sparkling effervescence and rich aroma. Enjoy it as an appetizer or as an alcoholic dessert!

Pairing with Singaporean & Southeast Asian Cuisine:

The rich sweetness, granular texture, and subtle fizzy acidity of Doburoku Tsubutsubu create a fantastic contrast with Singapore's bold, rich, and spicy flavors:

・Spicy Sambal Stingray / Sambal Squid: The creamy rice texture and sweetness act as a soothing contrast to the sharp spice and tang of rich sambal chili.

・Satay with Peanut Sauce: The luscious sweetness of the sake mirrors the nutty, caramelized flavors of grilled satay and rich peanut dip.

・Roti Prata with Mutton Curry: The effervescence cuts through the buttery, rich roti and heavily spiced curry, balancing the palate.

・Pandan Desserts & Kaya Toast: Pairs effortlessly with coconut, pandan, and caramelized kaya spread, making it a delightful dessert drink combination.

【Shipping Notice】
Orders to Singapore are shipped on a DDU basis. Any local import charges, if required, are paid by the customer upon delivery.

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Behind the Brew: Minna no Sakagura

About Minna no Sakagura

“Minna no Sakagura” aims to become an open brewery where everyone, from children to grandparents, can take part in sake-making. Sake brewing does not have to be something reserved only for skilled professionals; it can also be something anyone can engage with freely and creatively. This is a place where anyone can experience what it feels like to become a toji, or sake brewer.

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