SAKE MENU
Dive into Toronto’s best curated sake selection, handpicked by our Tokyo-trained sake sommelier, Squid-Ti.
CURRENT SAKE LIST
As of June 10, 2023
Taiheizan Shingetsu
Akita. Junmai. 59%RP 15.2% ABV. Uses famous natural spring waters from Shirakami mountains. Easy drinking with mild earthy notes. Kimoto.
Taiheizan Junmai
Akita. Junmai. 59%RP 15.2% ABV. Creamy with light and dry body. Banana, marzipan aromas. Earthy, savoury, umami. Kimoto.
Hanabusa Kimoto Special
Mie. Tokubetsu Junmai. 60%RP, 15.8% ABV. Pesicide-free, organic Yamada Nishiki rice. Kimoto.
Daishichi Kimoto
Fukushima. Junmai. 69%RP, 15% ABV. Using their revolutionary super flat rice polishing technique. Fig, bran, and cream. Balanced acidity. Since 1752.
Hyakujuro Yamahai
Gifu. Junmai. 60%RP, 15% ABV. Probiotic. Aged sake with caramel colour. Sherry notes.
Kidoizumi Wild Pink 2019
Chiba. Junmai Ginjo. 60%RP, 16% ABV. 100% organic Hanafubuki rice. Notes of mushrooms, peppery. High temperature Yamahai.
Daijiro Yamahai
Shiga. Junmai. 60%RP, 17.5% ABV. Unpasteurized, undiluted. Rich umami, cocoa, banana bread.
Hanatomoe Genshu
Nara. Junmai. 70%RP 17% ABV. Super complex. Wild. Aromas of yogurt, sweet butter, almonds, orange, and light caramel. Yamahai.
Mitobe’s Kimoto 1898
Yamagata. Junmai. 65%RP 16% ABV. Uses Japan’s “heirloom” sake rice: Omachi (pure, not genetically modified). Complex, layered, earthy.
Tedorigawa Yamahai
Ishikawa. Junmai. 60%RP, 16% ABV. Hints of bubblegum and pineapple with cereal and umami dryness. Mild astringency and touch of heat.
Taiheizan Clear Moon
Akita. Junmai Ginjo. 55%RP, 15.2% ABV. Aromas of pineapple, tropical fruits, and flowers. Cereal, umami, and green peppers. Light and smooth. Kimoto.
Masumi Hiyaoroshi
Nagano. Junmai Ginjo. 55%RP, 15.5% ABV. Notes of earth, mushroom, steamed rice, cereal, cheese mixed with bubblegum, peach, melon. Slight vegetal notes. Mild, smooth, easy drinking. Yamahai.
Niida Honke Shizenshu
Fukushima. Junmai Ginjo. 60%RP 16% ABV. 100% organic. No pesticide use. Spontaneous fermentation. Kimoto.
Amabuki Kimoto
Saga. Junmai Daiginjo. 40%RP, 15% ABV. Omachi rice. Rhododendron flower yeast. Honey, honeydew, and sweet rice. Kimoto.
Hanatomoe Mizumoto
Nara. Junmai. 65%RP, 13% ABV. Most complex sake that we carry! Made the same way as sake was first made by monks in the 14th century (or earlier). Strong notes of...well...everything!
Dento
Ishikawa. Junmai. 75%RP 13% ABV. Easy drinking. Well-structured. Finishes clean with subtle nutty notes.
Tengumai Umajun
Ishikawa. Junmai. 60%RP 16% ABV. Earthy and complex. Notes of cucumber, fresh squash, and spice. Clean and crisp.
Namino-oto Super Dry
Shiga. Junmai. 65%RP, 18% ABV. Muroka Nama Genshu. Not charcoal filtered, unpasteurized, undiluted. Makes for a fresh, pure, and vibrant sake. Notes of banana bread, pineapple, and cocoa. Trendy in Japan!
Fukumitsuya Organic
Ishikawa. Junmai Ginjo. 65%RP, 14.3% ABV. Certified organic in Japan,US, & EU. Toasted cereal on the nose. Cream, yogurt, hints of melon and pepper.
Tenzan Shichida Green
Saga. Junmai. 65%RP, 17.5% ABV. Not charcoal filtered. Subtle notes of honey and green apple, but more on the lighter, dry side. Mild acidity.
Nakano Handa-Go 1801
Aichi. Junmai Ginjo. 55%RP, 15.5% ABV. Wakamizu Rice. Slightly dry with notes of pear, licorice, and a hint of cocoa. Award winner.
Wakatake Onikoroshi
Shizuoka. Junmai Ginjo. 55%RP 16% ABV. Semi-fruity with unique dryness. Subtle tones of grapefruit, peach, and melon.
Masumi Shiro
Nagano. Junmai Ginjo. 55%RP, 12% ABV. Honeydew melon. Lower alcohol, smooth, and refreshing. Perfect for summer sipping.
Zaku "Ho No Tomo"
Mie. Junmai. 60%RP 15% ABV. Local Mie rice. Multi-award winner.
Heiwa “KID” Junmai Ginjo
Wakayama. Junmai Ginjo. 55%RP, 15.5% ABV. Bubblegum, melon, and red apple notes.
Amabuki Strawberry Yeast
Saga. Junmai Ginjo. 55%RP, 16.5% ABV. A very unique unpasteurized sake, brewed using strawberry flower yeast and Omachi rice.
Dewazakura Oka “Cherry Bouquet”
Yamagata. Ginjo. 50%RP, 15.5% ABV. Of historical significance! This bottle started the ‘80’s “gingo boom” that continues today.
Osakazuki Macho Woman
Gunma. Junmai. 80%RP 15.2% ABV. Hint of sweetness. Ample umami. Crisp finish. Shockinly good for 80% rice polishing!
Mutsu-Hassen Pink
Aomori. Ginjo (Aruten). 60%RP 16.3% ABV. Award winner. Intense fruity aromas. Ripened banana and melon. This will shock Junmai lovers!
Mutsu Hassen Red
Aomori. Tokubetsu Junmai. 55-60%RP, 15.4% ABV. Uses white koji, so brighter acidity. Pronounced apple flavours with a touch of herb. Clean, sweet, delicious!
Ippaku Suisei Misato Nishiki
Akita. Junmai Ginjo. 50%RP, 16% ABV. Uses local Misato Nishiki rice. Notes of pear, bubblegum, fig, and cream. Bright acidity with pleasant mouthfeel. Since 1688.
Nakano Saika
Aichi. Daiginjo. 50%RP, 15% ABV. A collaboration between rice farmers in Hokkaido using the prefecture’s new Ginpu rice. Light and dry daiginjo with clean “kire” finish. Award winner.
Heiwa Shuzo “KID” Daiginjo
Wakayama. Junmai Daiginjo. 50%RP, 15.6% ABV. Yamadanishiki rice. Strawberries, cotton candy, and mango. Clean, vibrant, and smooth.
Niwa no Uguisu 50
Fukuoka. Junmai Daiginjo. 50%RP, 15% ABV. A dry Junmai Daiginjo with notes of apple and pears. Herbaceous whispers.
Dassai 45
Yamaguchi. Junmai Daiginjo. 45%RP 16% ABV. Put “premium” sake on the world map. Chewy fruit tones. Hint of anise and mild vegetal aftertaste.
Dewazakura Yukimegami 48
Yamagata. Junmai Daiginjo. 48%RP 16.5% ABV. Mild earthy tones, melon, banana, slight spice. Good acidity and lingering finish. GI certified!
Emishiki Sensation Black
Shiga. Junmai. 50%RP 16% ABV. Local Shiga rice. Hint of strawberry. Fresh acidity.
Zaku Nakadori
Mie. Junmai Daiginjo. 50%RP, 16% ABV. Yamadanishiki rice. Uses the most prized portion of the sake pressing: the middle draw (nakadori).
Tenmei Brown
Fukushima. Junmai Daiginjo. 50%RP, 15.5% ABV. Aged for 1 year. Undiluted. Melon, steamed rice, nail polish. Some lactic notes, butter, and honey.
Miyakanbai Origarami
Miyagi. Junmai Ginjo. 55%RP, 15% ABV. Seasonal. Unpasteurized. Gentle sweetness with juicy acidity. Ori lees left, providing umami and a velvety mouthfeel.
Namino Oto, Kabosu
Shiga. 8% ABV. Japanase citrus sake. Aromas of ripe melons with plesantly creamy citrus notes. A distinct sake taste to finish.
Emishiki Kijoshu
Shiga. Junmai. 50%RP, 16.9% ABV. Yamadanishi rice (King of sake rices). Luxurious sweetness similar to noble rot wines. Pairs extremely well with our Tiramisu!
Akitora Sparkling Sake
Junmai Ginjo. 50%RP, 14.5% ABV. Coarsely filtered, unpasteurized. A sparkling sake that doesn’t suck!
Heiwa “KID” Sparkling Sake (12.2oz)
Wakayama. Junmai Daiginjo. 50%RP, 14% ABV. Yamada Nishiki rice. Unpasteurized. Bright, expressive, wine-like. Apple, white flowers, melon.
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