Tozai Typhoon-Futsu

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Premium Japanese sake is meant to be enjoyed either slightly chilled (suzu-bie) or gently warmed (nuru-kan). Lower quality sake is often served boiling hot to mask the unpleasant flavors, aromas, and rough texture of inexpensive, mass-produced sake. 

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 citrus vodka.
• "Sake Sunrise": Replace tequila with Typhoon -- add orange juice and grenadine and toast to this fine brew from the Land of the Rising Sun!

Tasting Notes

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."