'Nigorin Sake with Lactic Bacterium' by Kiku-Masamune
The eye-catching bottles of 'Nigorin Sake with Lactic Bacterium' are decorated with an adorable white cat. The power of living lactic bacterium has been harnessed since the Edo Period. This rich-tasting sweet-and-sour liqueur comes from the traditional 'kimoto' sake brewing process.
During the late-1960s and early 70s, the Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewery broadcasted TV commercials that featured a black cat. The cute black cat became so popular that many people borrowed its name of 'Kikumasa' when selecting a name for their own cats. Almost fifty years later, the Kiku-Masamune Brewery created a new 'pure white' sake similar to their renowned 'Doburoku' brand. The 'Nigorin' cat was created to characterize the 'fluffy' and smooth taste of this new white sake.
We recommend that you drink Nigorin sake on the rocks in a specially made tumbler featuring the image of 'Nigorin' the white cat. It goes well with meat dishes and foods such as pizza and cheese. 'Nigorin Sake with Lactic Bacterium' is only available at select restaurants and bars (Click here for list).
