A Miraculous Sake That Drinks Like a Fine White Wine Fresh, vibrant, and delightfully unconventional, Ito-okashi Junmai Ginjo is an award-winning Japanese sake that feels right at home in a white-wine glass. Brewed in Kochi Prefecture, it is crafted using the expressive CEL24 yeast—famous for producing bright, apple-forward aromatics and a crisp, refreshing acidity.
With its gentle sweetness and clean, fruity profile, this sake is extremely approachable, making it a highly recommended choice for both sake beginners and wine lovers in Singapore.
🏆 Internationally Acclaimed & Award-Winning Sake Recognized globally for its exceptional quality and taste:
2024 KURA MASTER (France) - Platinum Medal
2024 U.S. National Sake Appraisal - Gold Medal
2023 International Wine Challenge (IWC) - Gold Medal
2021 Bordeaux Sake Challenge - Gold Medal
2021 KURA MASTER (France) - Platinum Medal
🍏 Tasting Notes & Food Pairing
Taste Profile: A luscious, fruity sweetness balanced perfectly by a refreshing, malic-apple acidity.
Best Served: Well-chilled (5-10°C) in a wine glass to enjoy its rich aroma.
Food Pairing: Light on its feet yet full of personality, it's an ideal match for fresh seafood, light salads, and even perfectly cuts through the spices of local Singaporean dishes like Chili Crab or Laksa.
📖 The Story Behind "Ito-okashi" The birth of this masterpiece was actually a happy accident! In 2007, Takagi Brewery mistakenly received the CEL24 yeast instead of their usual order. Mid-fermentation, the brewers noticed an intensely fruity aroma that was completely unexpected. Instead of discarding it, they decided to press it as a Junmai sake. The result was a surprisingly delicious, modern sake.
They named it "Ito-okashi"—a classical Japanese phrase meaning "highly intriguing," "beautiful," or "amusing"—to celebrate this wonderful twist of fate.
Product Details:
Grade: Junmai Ginjo
Rice-polishing ratio: 60%
Alcohol content: 14%
Region: Kochi Prefecture, Konan area (Japan)
Yeast: Kochi CEL24
