Item Number: 3391 UPC: 0835603005516

Country: Japan
Region: Kyoto Prefecture
Grape(s): Rice
Type: Sake - Sake
Bottle Size: 1.8 L Pack: 6
Closure: Screwcap
Alc by Vol(%): 14.9
Brewery Name: Kizakura
Toji (Master Brewer): Mr. Takakura

Tozai Typhoon is a versatile premium Japenese sake that is delicious not only served chilled (suzu-bie) but also gently warmed (nuru-kan) as it is enjoyed during Japanese winters. Lower quality sake is often served boiling hot to mask the unpleasant flavors, aromas, and rough texture of inexpensive, mass-produced sake. Or substitute Typhoon for vodka or gin to give cocktails an Asian twist.

Serving Suggestions:
Warm:Place a tokkuri , or ceramic carafe, of sake in a hot water bath and let sit until the sake reaches about 40ºC/104ºF, not boiling hot. The narrow neck of the traditional Japanese carafe keeps the sake warm as you enjoy small cups (ochoko) of sake with friends.
Chilled: Serve 3-4 oz straight into a white wine glass or use in any cocktail to add some Asian flair.

Cocktails to Try:
Typhoon Mary:Try this twist on the Bloody Mary by adding equal parts Typhoon to your favorite vodka.
Godzillapolitan: Shake up your standard Cosmo by substituting Typhoon for triple sec.
Sake Sunrise: Replace tequila with Typhoon -- add orange juice and grenadine and toast to this fine brew from the Land of the Rising Sun!

Bronze Medal, Beverage Testing Institute, 2009 "Clear with a polished silver cast. Somewhat sour aromas of bruised caramel apple, dried lemon and lavender follow through on a brisk, soft entry to a dry-yet-fruity light body with hints of apple custard, jicama and nutskin. Finishes with a crisp, lightly tannic fade."