Changing Sake, Torotto Umeshu | A bittersweet, once-in-a-lifetime sake

Sake Born from the History and Culture of Yoshino: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Encounter

A taste that never changes, no matter when you drink it. In today's world, where stability and efficiency are prioritized, this might be commonplace. That's precisely why the emotion of a once-in-a-lifetime encounter is irreplaceable.

The biggest characteristic of "Utsurou Sake" (Shifting Sake) is that it is made in wooden vats crafted solely from Yoshino cedar over 100 years old.

In modern Japan, sake brewing in enamel tanks is common in order to efficiently produce sake with the exact same taste every year.

However, "Utsurou Sake" intentionally challenges this trend by using wooden vats, a method that is gradually disappearing due to the difficulty of managing temperature and yeast fermentation.

Sake made in wooden vats cannot be mechanically controlled. It is a unique masterpiece, a once-in-a-lifetime product born from that specific year and climate.

POINT ① Elegant Woody Aroma of Yoshino Cedar

Because it is brewed in Yoshino cedar vats, the sake takes on the faint woody aroma of Yoshino cedar. You can perceive the elegant and gentle aroma characteristic of cedar wood.

Enjoy it chilled during hot summer days for a smooth finish, or gently warmed in winter to bring out its aroma and savor it over time. Enjoy its delicate woody aroma by changing how you drink it with the seasons.

POINT ② Character Changes with Pairings

The impression of the taste changes completely depending on the food it's paired with. It becomes mellow when paired with cheese, and a little sharper with smoked food. It also pairs excellently with main dishes like meat and fish. While enhancing the deliciousness of the food, it also deepens the flavor of the sake.

Another pleasure is discovering which food, such as raw fish or dried foods, creates your favorite flavor combination. This chameleon-like charm is also the origin of the name "Utsurou Sake."

POINT ③ Flavor Changes Over Time

After opening, maturation progresses as it comes into contact with air. Immediately after opening, it has a crisp sake-like taste, but as it matures, it develops a mellow mouthfeel.

As time passes, its color and flavor change, allowing you to encounter a new taste every time you drink it. Enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime taste that you will never experience again.

Plum Wine with a Richness as if Eating a Whole Fruit

"Torotto Umeshu" (Thick Plum Wine) is plum wine made using "Utsurou Sake" as its base. Compared to liqueur-based plum wines generally sold, it has the mellow mouthfeel characteristic of sake.

It uses a generous amount of high-quality plums from Oindo, a producer on the Kii Peninsula. The sweet and sour fruit blends in, creating a rich, thick flavor.

In addition to drinking it chilled straight, it can also be enjoyed with water or soda. Due to its rich fruitiness, the aroma and taste can still be clearly felt even when diluted, making it an enjoyable drink even for those who are not strong drinkers.

Our staff, who love plum wine, highly recommend it, saying, "It's so delicious I can't help but tell people about it!" If you love plum wine, please try it at least once.

Somewhat Poignant, Yet Cherished.

Enjoy the shifting flavors while reflecting on the changing times of Yoshino.

This poignant yet cherished sake is perfect for special moments with loved ones or as a gift. A dedicated gift box is available.