Hojun Yuzu Sake

After graduating from Tokyo Agricultural University with a degree in brewing science Iwao Niizawa returned to take over his family’s brewery as owner and brewmaster but found its finances on the verge of collapse.  In Niizawa-san’s own words, the situation was less a matter of expanding and improving than just having to do something to save the business. Niizawa-san completely rethought sake from the inside out, eventually settling on the Hakurakusei series, which he crafted to be the “ultimate food sake”. Today, the brewery is thriving and producing beautifully crafted sakes. This sake is made from high quality sake mixed with fresh yuzu juice and a bit of sugar added for balance. Citrusy on the palate. Excellent chilled, on the rocks, or as the perfect way to brighten up cocktails.