Dassai Blue 50 Hot Junmai Daiginjo

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Tasting Notes

Designed specifically to be enjoyed warm, Dassai Blue 50 Hot Junmai Daiginjo reveals a softer, more rounded expression when gently heated. Aromas of pineapple and honeydew rise first, followed by hints of lemon, sweet almond, and a delicate touch of caramel.

As the temperature reaches approximately 122°F (50°C), the texture becomes silkier and more enveloping. The warmth enhances its natural sweetness while preserving clarity and balance. The finish remains clean and composed, with a subtle richness that lingers gracefully.

Specifications

Region: Hyde Park, New York, USA
Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Rice Polishing Ratio: 50%
ABV: 14%
Serving Recommendation: Warm (~122°F / 50°C)
Size: 720ml

Overview

Crafted at the Dassai Blue Brewery in New York’s Hudson Valley, this Junmai Daiginjo is made exclusively from Yamada Nishiki rice polished to 50%. Unlike most Daiginjo expressions that are designed primarily for chilled service, this release was intentionally developed to showcase depth and harmony when warmed.

Heating the sake enhances its roundness and amplifies subtle caramel and nutty nuances while maintaining the refined structure characteristic of Dassai Blue. It offers a modern interpretation of “hot sake,” demonstrating that premium Junmai Daiginjo can evolve beautifully with temperature.

Best Served: Warm (around 122°F / 50°C)
Food Pairing: Grilled seafood, roasted poultry, simmered dishes, creamy or umami-rich preparations

About the Brewery

DASSAI BLUE Sake Brewery

DASSAI BLUE Sake Brewery（獺祭ブルー）

DASSAI's first overseas brewery opened in New York's Hudson Valley in 2023 and makes Junmai Daiginjo as DASSAI BLUE.

Founded

2023

Location

Hyde Park, New York, United States

Brewing philosophy

Pursue genuinely delicious Junmai Daiginjo in New York, using Yamada Nishiki and aiming for the student to surpass the teacher.

SAKEZEN

Brewery Signature

• New York water
• Yamada Nishiki
• Junmai Daiginjo

New York-brewed, polished and fruit-forward Junmai Daiginjo carrying DASSAI precision with a local-water identity.

SAKEZEN Team View is an editorial interpretation of official producer information, informed by our tasting perspective. Axis positions are qualitative, not laboratory measurements. Individual releases and personal impressions may vary.