A mellow and dry Tokubetsu Junmai-shu that brings out the natural umami flavors of the rice. Yamada-Nishiki is the best sake brewing rice because it has a larger grain with a soft opaque center. Ozeki procures its Yamada-Nishiki rice from Hyogo Prefecture which is the largest sake producing region in Japan and the largest Yamada-Nishiki rice growing region. The “Yamada-Nishiki” rice is carefully polished using Ozeki’s traditional techniques honed over hundreds of years which preserve the mellow flavor and mild aroma of the rice.
Ozeki Karatamba is the masterpiece of the Tamba Toji (brewmaster). Their unique brewing method and technique produce this superb, dry and crisp sake. Ozeki Karatamba has a full-bodied, rich taste that feels smooth on the palate. This is the perfect sake to indulge yourself!