Takatenjin Sword of the Sun Tokubetsu Honjozo Bouteille 300ml

I was pleasantly surprised by how the juniper botanicals come through—it’s exactly what I’d want in a crisp, dry sake. The cucumber note is so subtle but refreshing, and the 300ml bottle was just right for trying it out. A great find for anyone who enjoys floral, aromatic drinks.

The cucumber and Asian pear aromas are so vivid it’s almost like biting into fresh fruit, yet the finish stays bone-dry and clean. I poured it chilled alongside a light salad and it vanished in one sitting. This 300ml bottle is dangerously easy to drink.

Those cucumber and juniper notes make this sake taste surprisingly like a crisp gin and tonic, which is brilliant. I’ve been sipping it chilled on hot afternoons and the dry finish really cleans the palate. Perfect for someone like me who usually sticks with wine.