{"title":"Sakai Brewing Company","description":"Established in 1871 in the Yamaguchi prefecture, Sakai Brewing Company lives by its core value, “Do simple things thoroughly to make good sake.” From the growing of rice to the brewing process itself, the brewery is dedicated to empowering the local people. They contract their rice from local farmers, hire locals, and even hold annual events for children in the area to learn about sustainability and celebrate the planting and harvesting of rice. Their staple brand “Gokyo,” meaning “five bridges,” is named after the five arched bridges connecting across the Nishiki River.","products":[{"product_id":"gokyo-hiyaoroshi","title":"Gokyo - Hiyaoroshi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seasonal release brewed with rice that has been matured over the season. This sake is on the medium-dry side, making it a good entry brew for those who want to experience a drier sake, but aren’t ready for something super dry. The matured aroma is a waft of rice mixed with sweet melon and banana. Its savory flavor slowly expands over the palate and gives a subtle acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPS","offers":[{"title":"720 ml","offer_id":42533333991610,"sku":"JPS40149","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/files\/gokyo-hiyaoroshi-1200.jpg?v=1733526685"},{"product_id":"gokyo-arabashiri","title":"Gokyo - Arabashiri","description":"\u003cp\u003e“Arabashiri” is the first run of sake that gushes out before any pressure is applied in the pressing process. This arabashiri is pressed from sake brewed with Yamadanishiki, Miyamanishiki and Nihonbare rice grown in Yamaguchi prefecture, using three different yeasts. You’ll find notes of ripe apple and banana mixed in with juicy melon, all delivered with top freshness. Try serving with raw oysters, or meats with fruit glaze. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPS","offers":[{"title":"720 ml","offer_id":41036851347642,"sku":"JPS30111","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/files\/ft-gokyo-arabashiri.jpg?v=1706057448"},{"product_id":"gokyo-junmai-nama","title":"Gokyo - Junmai - Nama","description":"\u003cp\u003eSummertime brings with it glorious sunshine, feelings of inner warmth, and this sensational seasonal sake! Gokyo “Junmai” Nama is the perfect summer brew, made with both Yamadanishiki and Nihonbare rice grown in Yamaguchi prefecture. These rice strains, together with Association No. 1801 and 9E yeast, deliver a balanced, enlivening acidity like that of lychee or fresh-squeezed lemonade. Serve cold on a summer day for ultimate satisfaction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPS","offers":[{"title":"720 ml","offer_id":42533331763386,"sku":"JPS40161","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/files\/gokyo-junmai-nama-1200.jpg?v=1733526733"},{"product_id":"gokyo-muku-no-sake","title":"Gokyo - Muku no Sake","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been obsessed with Gokyo’s juicy “nama” (unpasteurized) series ever since we started carrying them — and this one doesn’t disappoint. It uses two different kinds of rice and two different kinds of yeast to give you that signature juiciness, this time with muscat grape notes. This nama “genshu” (undiluted) sake has solid structure and pairs well with white fish tempura and potato salad. It is recommended chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPS","offers":[{"title":"720 ml","offer_id":42396318302394,"sku":"JPS40283","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/files\/ft-gokyo-muku-no-sake.jpg?v=1713905755"},{"product_id":"gokyo-tote-bag","title":"Gokyo Tote Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cool, minimalist tote bag represents \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tippsysake.com\/collections\/sakai-brewing-company\"\u003eSakai Brewing Company\u003c\/a\u003e’s sake brand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tippsysake.com\/collections\/gokyo\"\u003eGokyo\u003c\/a\u003e and its home prefecture of Yamaguchi. The brand logo — in English on one side, Japanese on the other — is accompanied by an ink brush impression of the area’s famous Kintai Bridge and its five impressive arches. (“Gokyo” literally means five bridges.) This tote is large and durable enough to hold two 1.8-liter bottles of sake! Hint, hint.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Cotton\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPS","offers":[{"title":"14.2\"w × 14.6\"h","offer_id":42550247784634,"sku":"MERCH10","price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/files\/elp230729_040-gokyo-tote-bag.jpg?v=1690955403"},{"product_id":"gokyo-five-blue","title":"Gokyo - Five - Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eThanks to our friends at “Sake Revolution” podcast, we know that the Z on the label expresses five, or the Japanese “go” (perhaps also the kanji 五). There are six sake in the “Five” series, all of which are fermented in large wooden fermentation containers called “kioke,” and made in the orthodox kimoto method. Gokyo “Five” Blue is the refreshing summer version available in limited quantities. Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"JPS","offers":[{"title":"720 ml","offer_id":42576082534586,"sku":"JPS40272","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/files\/gokyo-five-blue-1200.jpg?v=1733526651"},{"product_id":"gokyo-junmai-kiokezukuri","title":"Gokyo - Junmai - Kiokezukuri","description":"\u003cp\u003eSakai Brewing Company relies on the traditional and laborious kimoto method to make this junmai, creating the starter mash in wooden tubs called “kioke.” What’s more, they use two different, locally sourced rice types: Yamadanishiki for the koji, and Isehikari for the main mash. These careful choices lead to a full-bodied sake with notes of rum raisin and sweet rice. Pair it with robust meals like oden or roast chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPS","offers":[{"title":"720 ml","offer_id":44119695655098,"sku":"JPS40244","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/files\/gokyo-junmai-kiokezukuri-1200.jpg?v=1733526710"},{"product_id":"gokyo-five-orange","title":"Gokyo - Five - Orange","description":"\u003cp\u003eOnly available in autumn, this iteration of Sakai Brewing Company’s “Five” line is markedly dry, yet smooth on the palate. A refreshing orange aroma accompanies a deep rice flavor. The soft umami of this once-pasteurized sake becomes rounder as it ages, so you may wait to open it until the end of the season! It’s a wonderful match with bold, savory dishes such as vegetables au gratin and mapo tofu. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JPS","offers":[{"title":"720 ml","offer_id":44329737257146,"sku":"JPS40270","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/files\/gokyo-five-orange-1200.jpg?v=1730506120"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/8631\/5323\/collections\/sakai-brewing-company.jpg?v=1668643607","url":"https:\/\/palateproject.co\/collections\/sakai-brewing-company.oembed","provider":"Palate Project","version":"1.0","type":"link"}