Kenbishi Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. is expanding its premium 'Gokujo Kuromatsu Kenbishi', the pinnacle of its Kuromatsu series, into a smaller format. Previously available only in 1.8L bottles, the premium sake will now be released in 300ml bottles, making it easier to enjoy at home and more convenient to store in the refrigerator.
Shipments will begin on June 1, 2026. This is the company's first new product release in 13 years (excluding certain limited editions).
'Gokujo Kuromatsu Kenbishi' is brewed using Kenbishi's traditional Itami-style process. It features a slowly expanding, soft sweetness and umami of rice, leaving a definitive crisp finish. It is a substantial yet easy-to-drink sake that embodies the spirit of Edo-period brewing in modern times.
While Kenbishi has traditionally been enjoyed as warmed sake (kan-zake), the 'Gokujo' grade also delivers excellent flavor when chilled. It can be enjoyed as cold sake during the hot summer months, or as a 'sake highball' (mixed with carbonated water) to bring out its subtle sweetness and refreshing umami. The 300ml bottle is the perfect size for refrigerator storage. We invite you to pair it not only with traditional Japanese cuisine but also with cheese or prosciutto.
Product Information Product Name: Gokujo Kuromatsu Kenbishi Volume: 300ml Product Category: Sake Reference Retail Price: 684 JPY (tax excluded) Ingredients: Rice (domestic), Rice koji (domestic rice), Brewed alcohol Rice Varieties Used: Yamada Nishiki, Aiyama Alcohol Content: 17.5% Sake Meter Value (SMV): +1.0 Acidity: 1.7 Amino Acid Content: 2.4 Manufacturer: Kenbishi Sake Brewery Co., Ltd. (Higashinada-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture) Shipment Start Date: June 1, 2026 (Monday)
FACT BOX
- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: New Product