The nose on this single-pasteurized cask strength sake is a very cool collection of plum, cherry, lemon muffin, papaya, bubblegum, banana bread, and herbal aromas. Talk about a sake with a big personality, this Dragon God is it! Big and fruity this brew drinks chunky, fat, chewy, lively, and rich. But can a big and fruity sake be balanced? Yes, in a big way. This brew is more like a bite than a sip as you literally chew off an abundance of sweet flavors such as mango, papaya, white peach, pear juice, grape, and fruit muffin. And yet, it’s so balanced and that is why this brew is superb for those who like a big mouth feel and a stunning food pairing partner. Full-bodied is a good thing in sake and this Dragon God only gets better as it warms in the glass where the fruit tones subtly change into a more rich sugary tones like nougat and rock candy. Sweet without cloying, say hi to a very fun Namazume. Fresh and fruit-forward with a plush, cream-like mouthfeel. Flavors languish in your mouth with a slow burn that will suddenly fade into nothingness for a beautifully clean finish, calling for a second glass.\n \n Distillery Information\n Ryujin was founded in the 15th century, when a provincial warlord discovered a source of water ideal for making sake. Ryujin's soft underground water allows brewers to bring out the subtle flavours of their rice. The brewery's aim has remained the same throughout the ages: to produce a tasty, smooth, high-quality sake.
