Nomidachi News Archive

July 2021



July 27

Greetings, Nomidachi!


With a fresh batch of super rare seasonal releases arriving today, and the continued availability of hard-to-get sake and Japanese craft beer, we're pretty sure we can help you comfortably cope with the summer heat.

If you have a chance, please stop by and try a few things and let us know what you think.

'Hope to see you soon.

Arigatou & Kanpai!
Johnnie & Taiko



And, just a gentle reminder, but:

NEW HOURS OF OPERATION
OPEN Tues.- Sat.: Noon- 8 pm


New Seasonal Release Sake
Accepting orders now for our very limited allotment

 We recently received a bit of the ol' "Good News/Bad News" routine from one of our distributors, and it goes something like this:

The good news is that Saké Nomi favorite seasonal (usually in spring) release, Masumi Arabashiri, and a brand new to the US once pasteurized summer release from KID are both available for delivery to us.

While we are scheduled to receive the first couple cases of these incredible sake today, the bad news is we need to determine how much we need and take delivery of our entire allotment next week. This will involve some tricky refrigerator logistics, but we'll do our best.

We plan on serving as much of the sake by the glass as we can, but we'd like to give you the opportunity to purchase some bottles for home consumption and sharing with friends. If you're interested in ordering, please do so by getting in touch with us by Noon, Saturday, July 31. 


Masumi “Arabashiri” Junmai Ginjo Nama Genshu (Nagano)       
Saké Nomi’s most popular limited seasonal release is back!  Fruity (melons and pears) and full-bodied, with a pleasantly crisp acidity.  This nama (unpasteurized) genshu (undiluted saké) also packs a lovingly assertive punch at 17-18% alcohol.
$50/720 ml bottle (10% "case" discount on 6 or more bottles)


KID Natsu no Shippu Junmai Ginjo (Wakayama)
According to the brewery and importer, "This sake exhibits a soft mouthfeel and offers sharp acidity that is well balanced with the gentle umami of sake rice to match beautifully with the summer season." Whew. Also, the name translates as "summer's strong wind," and that sounds just about right at this time of year.
$45/720 ml bottle (10% "case" discount on 6 or more bottles)
 

Bonus Bottles
Still available for purchase by the glass or bottle to go (while limited supplies last):


Noguchi Naohiko Muroka Nama Genshu Honjozo
The best sake available in Washington? We think so, but YOU be the judge!

Seikyo "Omachi" Namazake Tokubetsu Junmai
In Japanese, tokubetsu means, "special." Don't worry: you'll know it when you taste it.

July 14

Hello There, Nomidachi!


Just a quick note to alert you to a last minute hiccup in our schedule tomorrow, but also a promise to make it up to you Friday-Saturday and beyond with our wondrous wares.

'Hope to see you soon.

Arigatou & Kanpai!
Johnnie & Taiko
 


Schedule Changes
We're still pretty much doing what we do, but please note:
CLOSED Today: Thursday, July 15

NEW HOURS OF OPERATION (started last Friday, July 9)
OPEN Tues.- Sat.: Noon- 8 pm


Featured Sake This Week
Savory Summer Sipping!



Denshin Natsu “Summer” Junmai Daiginjo (Fukui)                       
Extremely limited seasonal release! Sunflower yellow tint with notes of honeysuckle, chamomile, and roasted marshmallow in the nose.  Soft, creamy mouthfeel, with significant weight.  Rich, mellow, and clean, but with a hint of smokiness. The sake’s been pressed by the fukuro tsuri gravity drip method, which allows the sake to more fully express delicate, complex aromas and flavors.  $60/720 ml bottle; $16/4 oz glass


Phoenix Junmai Daiginjo (Yamagata)                                                      Very limited collaboration bottling between French rock band Phoenix and Tatenokawa Brewery.  Greenish gold tint, with aromas of blackberry, mint, lavender, mulch, and tree bark.  Light, lively, and lissome, with perfect acidity.  $60/720 ml bottle; $16/4 oz glass



Niwa no Uguisu Junmai Daiginjo (Fukuoka)                                                                
Faint amber tint, with grape and pineapple notes in the nose. Juicy, acidic, mineral, with a soft textured, round mouthfeel. Classy umakuchi savoriness! Gold Award winner at 2018 US Sake Appraisal. The name translates as “Nightingale in the Garden.” $45/720 ml bottle; $15/4 oz glass





Fukucho “Seaside” Junmai Sparkling Sake (Hiroshima)                New arrival! The sparkling factor is achieved through in-bottle secondary fermentation, and the brewer also utilizes a little white koji, resulting in citrus notes and a lively finish. $35/500 ml bottle; $15/4 oz glass


Izumo no Fuji Yamada Nishiki “50” Junmai Ginjo (Shimane)    Pretty gold coloring, with pineapple, pear, and candied sugar aromas in the nose. Soft, billowy mouthfeel, with a suggestion of tart cherry on the semi-dry palate. Just as elegant as the beautiful label suggests. $45/720 ml bottle; $15/4 oz glass




Kotsuzumi Hana Junmai (Hyogo)                                                Brand new to Washington! Rich gold coloring, with notes of mild apple, bread, and yeast in the nose. Soft, light mouthfeel, with a touch of astringency in the dry-ish finish. Talk about versatile: we think it drinks like 3 very different, distinctive sake at chilled, room temp, and gently warmed temperatures. $38/720 ml bottle; $12/4 oz glass


Eiko Fuji Banryu “Ten Thousand Ways” Honjozo (Yamagata)    Very slight yellow tint, with clove fragrance in nose.  Light, soft mouthfeel, with cherry notes, and a subtle, underlying smokiness on the palate.  A good “food saké” that can be enjoyed at a wide variety of serving temperatures. 
$65/1.8 L bottle; $30/720 ml bottle; $10/4 oz glass

Bonus Bottles
As if you didn't have enough choices to make


Noguchi Naohiko Muroka Nama Genshu Honjozo
Back by popular demand. The best sake available in Washington? We think so, but YOU be the judge!

Seikyo "Omachi" Namazake Tokubetsu Junmai
In Japanese, tokubetsu means, "special." Don't worry: you'll know it when you taste it.
 

July 6

Konnichi wa, Nomidachi!


We are super excited to have received the latest summer seasonal release sake from fan favorite Denshin, as well as some other brews that are particularly well-suited to warm weather imbibement.

We have a couple minor schedule changes to mention as well, as we slowly make our way toward full resumption of bar-like activities.

Thanks for the continued support and encouragement. Collectively, you're the best!

Arigatou & Kanpai!
Johnnie & Taiko
 


This Week's Sake Selections
So very good!!

Denshin Natsu “Summer” Junmai Daiginjo (Fukui)                       
Extremely limited seasonal release! Sunflower yellow tint with notes of honeysuckle, chamomile, and roasted marshmallow in the nose.  Soft, creamy mouthfeel, with significant weight.  Rich, mellow, and clean, but with a hint of smokiness. The sake’s been pressed by the fukuro tsuri gravity drip method, which allows the sake to more fully express delicate, complex aromas and flavors.  $60/720 ml bottle; $16/4 oz glass



Fukucho “Seaside” Junmai Sparkling Sake (Hiroshima)               New arrival! The sparkling factor is achieved through in-bottle secondary fermentation, and the brewer also utilizes a little white koji, resulting in citrus notes and a refreshing finish. $35/500 ml bottle; $15/4 oz glass





Kamotsuru Itteki Nyukon Junmai Ginjo (Hiroshima)             
Sold out last week, so back by popular demand. Rose gold, orange tint. Earthy aromatics suggesting pumpkin, mint, and cinnamon. Soft, full, clean, and rich. Unostentatious, solid, and subtle, with a confident presence. Winner of “Good In Wine Glass Award” 2014. $40/720 ml bottle; $12/4 oz. glass





Niwa no Uguisu Junmai Ginjo (Fukuoka)                                             Pronounced gold color, with aromas of melon and mint. Nice, full mouthfeel with fresh acidic liveliness and pleasantly bracing tartness. Full-bodied umami! Silver Award winner at 2018 US Sake Appraisal. The name translates as “Nightingale in the Garden.”
$40/720 ml bottle; $12/4 oz glass


Tensei “Endless Summer” Tokubetsu Honjozo (Kanagawa) 
Dark gold in the glass, with notes of newly ripened melon and suggestions of sea salt and brine in the nose. Soft, viscous texture, with melon, mineral, and citrus flavors on the palate.  A nice, light, easy drinker!  $35/720 ml bottle; $10/4 oz. glass





Daikoku Masamune “Infinite Strength” Junmai Genshu (Hyogo)                                
Light, shiny greenish gold tint, with a nose suggesting persimmon and brown sugar. Soft, light texture and nice body. Gentle sweetness with traces of astringency and young fruit tartness. Tremendous value and quality – it punches well above its junmai weight class!
$32/720 ml bottle; $10/4 oz glass




Schedule Modifications
Nothing too major to speak of here, but please note:
CLOSED Thursday, July 8

NEW HOURS (beginning Friday, July 9)
OPEN Tues.- Sat.: Noon- 8 pm

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