Brooklyn Kura Sake Namazake “Blue Door” NV 750ml

Description

Our classic, Blue Door, is a junmai namazake. Intended to be served locally, chilled, and enjoyed soon after the fermentation process ends.
We use a blend of calrose and yamada nishiki rice milled to more than 70% and fermented slightly warmer than our ginjos. The result is full bodied, earthy, dry, umami-laden with subtle notes of banana and ripe melon.

• Country: United States
• Region: New York
• Size: 750ml
• Alcohol by Vol: 17.0%

Varietal

Sake

Sake is a Japanese rice wine made from fermented rice, water, yeast, and koji mold (Aspergillus oryzae), which converts starch into fermentable sugars. Unlike beer, which undergoes sequential fermentation, sake is brewed using multiple parallel fermentation, where saccharification and fermentation occur simultaneously. It typically ranges from 13-16% ABV and is classified based on rice polishing ratio and whether brewer’s alcohol is added. Sake styles vary widely. Junmai sakes, made without added alcohol, tend to have a rich, umami-driven character, while Ginjo and Daiginjo sakes—brewed with highly polished rice—offer delicate, aromatic profiles with notes of melon, pear, and floral elegance. Futsushu, an everyday table sake, is less refined but widely consumed. Sake can be enjoyed chilled, warm, or at room temperature, depending on the variety. With a smooth texture and balanced acidity, it pairs well with sushi, tempura, grilled fish, and a variety of Japanese dishes.