Hachitsuru Junmai [1 Koku - 99]

This is the first isshobin of the 1 Koku challenge - 100 isshobin, only isshobin. 99 to go.

The "8 cranes" from Aomori Prefecture. SMV +2, semaibuai 60%, acidity 1.2, 16% abv. Really pronounced nose of roasted rice, a bit of smoke and nuttiness on the nose. Rather flavourful - malt, rice husk, oesterised a bit (bananas). Medium+ body, perceived sweetness, but overall dry, but with a nice bite on the sides. There's also a marine thing going on, reminds me a bit of the smell of charcoal grilled squid. Long long finish. Yum...