Kokuryu x Hakkaisan x Kidoizumi Assemblage Toki no Kanade【黒龍 x 八海山 x 木戸泉 Assemblage 刻の奏】

Mr. Seiichi Koshimizu explains that this sake expresses the distinctive qualities of blending through a richly layered and continuously evolving aromatic profile. The initial impression is delicate and transparent, followed by the emergence of fresh, juicy fruit aromas that gradually shift into softer, fuller, and more opulent notes. The palate is exceptionally clean and smooth; while retaining the inherent sweetness and acidic finish characteristic of Kokuryu, it also clearly conveys a wide aromatic range, evolving from light, water-like fruitiness to ripe fruit tones, and eventually transforming into deeper aromas reminiscent of rice umami. On entry, the acidity derived from Kidoizumi’s “AFS” stands out vividly as a key sensory highlight, while the umami distinctive to Kokuryu and Hakkaisan firmly forms the core of the flavor. The overall level of completion demonstrates an exquisite balance between finesse and umami, together with a long, memorable finish. This one-of-a-kind creation opens up a new realm of sake, rare and full of individuality, in which aromas can be continually rediscovered throughout the tasting experience.

Created by the General Incorporated Association “Toki SAKE Association,” a collective of breweries envisioning the future of sake through aged and matured styles, this collaborative project transcends individual brewery boundaries to explore the concept of “Aging × Blending.” The sake is supervised by the association’s advisor, and a leading authority in the world of whisky blending, Mr. Seiichi Koshimizu. Through the assemblage of three breweries—Kokuryu Sake Brewing Corporation, Hakkaisan Brewery, and Kidoizumi Sake Brewery—it presents a layered expression where distinctly different characters intertwine in harmony.

Looking back at the history of sake, aged sake was highly valued for a long period, with numerous references found even in Edo-period literature. Sake refined through time has long been regarded as something of worth, carrying the evolution of sake culture itself. Precisely because we now live in an era that celebrates diversity in food and beverage pairings, this project aims to revive traditional sake culture and, much like wine and whisky, to create deeper layers of flavor complexity and added value through maturation.

Product Name: Kokuryu x Hakkaisan x Kidoizumi Assemblage Toki no Kanade

Grade: Futsushu

Polishing Rate: Not disclosed

Rice Type: Not disclosed

Alcohol: 17% Vol

Brewery Prefecture: Fukui / Kokuryu Sake Brewing Corporation