Nigori

This usu-nigori is the cloudy, more viscous version of #77. Having more bite and chew on the palate, it is a smooth choice to pair with fried and oilier foods. Accompanies spicier dishes well.  

BŌKEN Nigori | Junmai Gingo

ABV: 14% | SMV*: -20

Rice Polishing Rate: 60%

*SMV is an acronym of “Sake Meter Value.” The SMV number denotes whether a sake is sweet or dry by assigning it a negative or positive value. Generally speaking, the more negative the value, the sweeter the sake, and the more positive the value, the drier the sake.

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Nigori FAQs

  • Tacos, Fried Chicken, Teriyaki, Spicy Foods

  • This one likes the cold. If you're packing a thermometer, that'd be a chilly 35° F.