Koshu Sake Bar

Discover Sake

Our bottle menu features a curated selection of premium sakes, from rare Koshu to fresh junmai and aromatic ginjo, offering a perfect blend of tradition and flavor for every palate.
Koshu Nigori Junmai Junmai Ginjo Junmai Daiginjo Honjozo Ginjo Daiginjo Nama Infused & Flavored Sparkling North Carolina Sake
               
                   

Koshu

Sake aged for a year or longer is categorized as Koshu. As it matures, sake darkens and takes on a golden hue. It also develops new layers of flavor, usually with savory, earthy, and umami notes.

Born “Gold” Junmai Daiginjo
Born “Gold” Junmai Daiginjo
Hints of melon, pear, and citrus zest. Mild sweetness, refreshing acidity. This sake was pasteurized just once, right before bottling, then aged for a year at 14°F. 15% ABV 720ml
$50.64
Tenryo “Imperial Landing” Aged Junmai Daiginjo
Tenryo “Imperial Landing” Aged Junmai Daiginjo
Fruity notes including melon, pear, and apple. Brewed with flower yeast and spring water. Aged for 3 years. 15% ABV 300ml
$27.64
Yano “Umami” Aged Kimoto Junmai
Yano “Umami” Aged Kimoto Junmai
Strong umami presence with earthy undertones. Created using the traditional kimoto method and aged for 5 years. 16% ABV 720ml
$41.64
                   

Nigori

Nigori sake is coarsely filtered to allow some rice solids into the final product. It's known for its milky appearance, full-bodied mouthfeel, and sweet flavor profile. For a consistent texture and flavor, all nigori should be shaken or swirled in the bottle before pouring.

Kumo Junmai Nigori
Kumo Junmai Nigori
Pronounced rice flavor with hints of vanilla and almond. 15% 500ml
$34.34
Hakutsuru Sayuri Nigori Sake
Hakutsuru Sayuri Nigori Sake
Cherry-forward with notes of jasmine, pear, peach, and cherry blossom. 12.5% ABV 720ml
$27.64
Sho Chiku Bai Junmai Nigori Sake – 300ml
Sho Chiku Bai Junmai Nigori Sake – 300ml
Hints of ripe banana, melon, and a touch of coconut. 15% ABV 300ml
$9.86
Homare Strawberry Nigori
Homare Strawberry Nigori
Tastes like a grown-up strawberry smoothie. 8% ABV 300ml Bottle
$12.81
Homare Chocolat Nigori
Homare Chocolat Nigori
Rich chocolatey flavor. 10% ABV 300ml
$12.81
Sho Chiku Bai Junmai Nigori Sake
Sho Chiku Bai Junmai Nigori Sake
Hints of ripe banana, melon, and a touch of coconut. 15% ABV 750ml
$16.64
Ben’s American Sake – Natural Nigori
Ben’s American Sake – Natural Nigori
Natural sweetness balanced by gentle acidity. Hints of melon, banana, and coconut. 14% ABV 375ml
$20.36
Choryo Sawa Sawa Junmai Nigori Sparkling
Choryo Sawa Sawa Junmai Nigori Sparkling
Effervescence adds a refreshing twist. Subtle hints of tropical fruits and rice sweetness. 8.5% ABV 250ml
$16.16
Heiwa Shuzou Nigori
Heiwa Shuzou Nigori
Brewed with spring water for a smooth texture, with notes of vanilla and pear. 14% ABV 720ml
$49.18
Amabuki Sakura Fubuki Junmai  “Rose” Sasanigori
Amabuki Sakura Fubuki Junmai “Rose” Sasanigori
Beautiful natural color from red rice. Notes of cherry blossom, apple, and melon. 15% 720ml
$35.98
                   

Junmai

Junmai sake is made with rice, water, yeast, and koji mold, with no added alcohol.

Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Junmai Daiginjo
Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Junmai Daiginjo
Refreshing fruit-forward flavor, well-balanced acidity, and clean finish. 15% ABV 720ml
$72.71
Hakutsuru Draft Sake
Hakutsuru Draft Sake
Aromas of sweet rice, nuts and barely-ripe pear, with green melon, coconut and light cream on the palate. 14% ABV 180ml
$7.66
Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Hiyaoroshi
Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Hiyaoroshi
Brewed with spring water, offering notes of banana balanced with the gentle umami of sake rice. This sake was pasteurized, aged for 6 months over the summer, then bottled without a second pasteurization. This “hiyaoroshi” technique gives it a mellow, fruity taste. 15% ABV 720ml
$55.59
Yano “Umami” Aged Kimoto Junmai
Yano “Umami” Aged Kimoto Junmai
Strong umami presence with earthy undertones. Created using the traditional kimoto method and aged for 5 years. 16% ABV 720ml
$41.64
Born “Dreams Come True”
Born “Dreams Come True”
Elegantly smooth, with complexly layered flavors including papaya, mango, rose water, peach, and honey. 16% ABV 1L
$332.08
Sho Chiku Bai GOKAI Junmai
Sho Chiku Bai GOKAI Junmai
Silky mouthfeel with notes of pear, banana, walnuts, cocoa, and hints of savory spices. 15% ABV 180ml
$7.86
Nagurayama Yokikana “Masters Touch” Junmai
Nagurayama Yokikana “Masters Touch” Junmai
Distinctly sweet at first sip, clean and smoothly balanced. 16% ABV 720ml
$56.62
Tenryo “Imperial Landing” Aged Junmai Daiginjo
Tenryo “Imperial Landing” Aged Junmai Daiginjo
Fruity notes including melon, pear, and apple. Brewed with flower yeast and spring water. Aged for 3 years. 15% ABV 300ml
$27.64
Kuroushi Junmai
Kuroushi Junmai
Subtle hints of melon, apple, or banana may be present. 16% ABV 720ml
$56.16
Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Junmai
Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Junmai
Slight acidity which is well-balanced with the gentle umami of sake rice. 15% ABV 720ml
$47.06
                   

Junmai Ginjo

Junmai sake with an RPR of 60% or lower.

Hakuryu White Dragon Daiginjo
Hakuryu White Dragon Daiginjo
Fruity, soft, and smooth, with notes of pepper at the finish. 16.5% ABV 300ml
$53.20
Heiwa Shuzou Nigori
Heiwa Shuzou Nigori
Brewed with spring water for a smooth texture, with notes of vanilla and pear. 14% ABV 720ml
$49.18
Amabuki Sakura Fubuki Junmai  “Rose” Sasanigori
Amabuki Sakura Fubuki Junmai “Rose” Sasanigori
Beautiful natural color from red rice. Notes of cherry blossom, apple, and melon. 15% 720ml
$35.98
Dassai 45 Junmai Daiginjo Nigori
Dassai 45 Junmai Daiginjo Nigori
Full-bodied, with bold acidity, fruity notes, and hints of almond and white flower. 14% ABV 720ml
$55.23
Kumo Junmai Nigori
Kumo Junmai Nigori
Pronounced rice flavor with hints of vanilla and almond. 15% 500ml
$34.34
Hakutsuru Sayuri Nigori Sake
Hakutsuru Sayuri Nigori Sake
Cherry-forward with notes of jasmine, pear, peach, and cherry blossom. 12.5% ABV 720ml
$27.64
Sho Chiku Bai Junmai Nigori Sake – 300ml
Sho Chiku Bai Junmai Nigori Sake – 300ml
Hints of ripe banana, melon, and a touch of coconut. 15% ABV 300ml
$9.86
Sho Chiku Bai Junmai Nigori Sake
Sho Chiku Bai Junmai Nigori Sake
Hints of ripe banana, melon, and a touch of coconut. 15% ABV 750ml
$16.64
Born “Gold” Junmai Daiginjo
Born “Gold” Junmai Daiginjo
Hints of melon, pear, and citrus zest. Mild sweetness, refreshing acidity. This sake was pasteurized just once, right before bottling, then aged for a year at 14°F. 15% ABV 720ml
$50.64
Tenryo “Imperial Landing” Aged Junmai Daiginjo
Tenryo “Imperial Landing” Aged Junmai Daiginjo
Fruity notes including melon, pear, and apple. Brewed with flower yeast and spring water. Aged for 3 years. 15% ABV 300ml
$27.64
                   

Junmai Daiginjo

Junmai sake with an RPR of 50% or lower.

Kirinzan “Flying Dragon” Junmai Daiginjo
Kirinzan “Flying Dragon” Junmai Daiginjo
Subtle floral and fruity aromas, such as apple, pear, and melon. 15.5% ABV 720ml
$117.94
Ginban Banshu 50 Junmai Daiginjo
Ginban Banshu 50 Junmai Daiginjo
Nuances of green apple, grape, and a hint of citrus. 15% ABV 720ml
$49.26
Hakkaisan Junmai Daiginjo
Hakkaisan Junmai Daiginjo
Delicate notes of steamed rice, anise, and a touch of pear. 15.5% ABV 300ml
$24.64
Koimari “Tropical” Junmai Daiginjo
Koimari “Tropical” Junmai Daiginjo
Refreshing melon aroma with flavors of mango and pineapple, with a light sweetness. 16% ABV 720ml
$66.99
Mitsutake “Crisp” Junmai Daiginjo
Mitsutake “Crisp” Junmai Daiginjo
Layered flavor, herbaceous scent, and green apple finish. 15% ABV 720ml
$54.16
Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo
Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo
This ultra-polished sake layers flavors of plums, melon, brown sugar, and mineral water. 16% ABV 720ml
$137.58
Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Junmai Daiginjo
Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Junmai Daiginjo
Refreshing fruit-forward flavor, well-balanced acidity, and clean finish. 15% ABV 720ml
$72.71
Born “Dreams Come True”
Born “Dreams Come True”
Elegantly smooth, with complexly layered flavors including papaya, mango, rose water, peach, and honey. 16% ABV 1L
$332.08
Born “Gold” Junmai Daiginjo
Born “Gold” Junmai Daiginjo
Hints of melon, pear, and citrus zest. Mild sweetness, refreshing acidity. This sake was pasteurized just once, right before bottling, then aged for a year at 14°F. 15% ABV 720ml
$50.64
Tenryo “Imperial Landing” Aged Junmai Daiginjo
Tenryo “Imperial Landing” Aged Junmai Daiginjo
Fruity notes including melon, pear, and apple. Brewed with flower yeast and spring water. Aged for 3 years. 15% ABV 300ml
$27.64
                   

Honjozo

Sake fortified with a small amount of distilled alcohol.

Akitabare Shunsetsu “Spring Snow” Nama Honjozo
Akitabare Shunsetsu “Spring Snow” Nama Honjozo
Ultra-light with a very dry finish, with notes of melon, oyster shell, minerals. 14.6% ABV 720ml
$40.81
Azure Tosatsuru Ginjo
Azure Tosatsuru Ginjo
Brewed with deep-sea water for a sharp and refreshing ginjo with mineral notes. 15.5% ABV 720ml
$37.98
Kubota Senjyu Ginjo
Kubota Senjyu Ginjo
Delicate notes of pear, melon, and a hint of floral essence. 15% ABV 720ml
$35.64
Ryujin Kakushi “Dragon God” Ginjo
Ryujin Kakushi “Dragon God” Ginjo
Full bodied, with pronounced notes of ripe banana, tropical fruits, and a touch of apple. 17% ABV 720ml
$34.64
Dewazakura Oka “Cherry Bouquet”
Dewazakura Oka “Cherry Bouquet”
Light floral aroma, clean taste, with cherry blossom notes and a hint of pear. 16% ABV 720ml
$56.11
Hakuryu White Dragon Daiginjo
Hakuryu White Dragon Daiginjo
Fruity, soft, and smooth, with notes of pepper at the finish. 16.5% ABV 300ml
$53.20
                   

Ginjo

Honjozo sake with an RPR of 60% or lower.

Azure Tosatsuru Ginjo
Azure Tosatsuru Ginjo
Brewed with deep-sea water for a sharp and refreshing ginjo with mineral notes. 15.5% ABV 720ml
$37.98
Kubota Senjyu Ginjo
Kubota Senjyu Ginjo
Delicate notes of pear, melon, and a hint of floral essence. 15% ABV 720ml
$35.64
Ryujin Kakushi “Dragon God” Ginjo
Ryujin Kakushi “Dragon God” Ginjo
Full bodied, with pronounced notes of ripe banana, tropical fruits, and a touch of apple. 17% ABV 720ml
$34.64
Dewazakura Oka “Cherry Bouquet”
Dewazakura Oka “Cherry Bouquet”
Light floral aroma, clean taste, with cherry blossom notes and a hint of pear. 16% ABV 720ml
$56.11
                   
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Daiginjo

Honjozo sake with an RPR of 50% or lower.

Hakuryu White Dragon Daiginjo
Hakuryu White Dragon Daiginjo
Fruity, soft, and smooth, with notes of pepper at the finish. 16.5% ABV 300ml
$53.20
                   

Nama

Most sake is pasteurized twice- once before storing and once before bottling. Nama is the exception.

Amabuki Junmai Ginjo Himawari
Amabuki Junmai Ginjo Himawari
Medium-dry with a crisp finish. Slightly earthy flavor with notes of wildflower and anise. Brewed using sunflower yeast. 16% ABV 180ml
$10.64
Born “Gold” Junmai Daiginjo
Born “Gold” Junmai Daiginjo
Hints of melon, pear, and citrus zest. Mild sweetness, refreshing acidity. This sake was pasteurized just once, right before bottling, then aged for a year at 14°F. 15% ABV 720ml
$50.64
Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Hiyaoroshi
Heiwa Shuzou “KID” Hiyaoroshi
Brewed with spring water, offering notes of banana balanced with the gentle umami of sake rice. This sake was pasteurized, aged for 6 months over the summer, then bottled without a second pasteurization. This “hiyaoroshi” technique gives it a mellow, fruity taste. 15% ABV 720ml
$55.59
Kiku-Masamune Shiboritate Kojo Junmai
Kiku-Masamune Shiboritate Kojo Junmai
Youthful flavors due to its freshly pressed nature enhanced by a sharp, clean aftertaste. 15% ABV 720ml
$28.64
Sho Chiku Bai Organic Sake
Sho Chiku Bai Organic Sake
Full bodied with notes of walnuts, banana bread and undertones of chocolate. 15% ABV 300ml
$15.70
Hakutsuru Draft Sake
Hakutsuru Draft Sake
Aromas of sweet rice, nuts and barely-ripe pear, with green melon, coconut and light cream on the palate. 14% ABV 180ml
$7.66
Akitabare Shunsetsu “Spring Snow” Nama Honjozo
Akitabare Shunsetsu “Spring Snow” Nama Honjozo
Ultra-light with a very dry finish, with notes of melon, oyster shell, minerals. 14.6% ABV 720ml
$40.81
                   

Infused & Flavored

Naturally flavored and perfectly sweet.

Homare Yuzu Junmai – 300ml
Homare Yuzu Junmai – 300ml
Strong, sweet yuzu presence with tart and tangy notes. 10% ABV 300ml
$14.98
Homare Yuzu Junmai
Homare Yuzu Junmai
Strong, sweet yuzu presence with tart and tangy notes. 10% ABV 720ml
$28.98
Hana Yuzu Sake
Hana Yuzu Sake
Bright flavors of yuzu with a tangy zest. Invigorating scent of citrus peel and blossoms. 8% ABV 720ml
$20.63
Hana Fuji Apple Sake
Hana Fuji Apple Sake
Fresh, crisp apple flavor with hints of cider and a refreshingly clean finish. 8% ABV 750ml
$20.63
Hana White Peach Sake
Hana White Peach Sake
Dominant notes of juicy white peach with natural sweetness. 8% ABV 750ml
$20.63
Hana Lychee Sake
Hana Lychee Sake
Prominent lychee flavor with subtle floral aromas that enhance the fruitiness. 8% ABV 750ml
$20.63
Homare Chocolat Nigori
Homare Chocolat Nigori
Rich chocolatey flavor. 10% ABV 300ml
$12.81
Homare Strawberry Nigori
Homare Strawberry Nigori
Tastes like a grown-up strawberry smoothie. 8% ABV 300ml Bottle
$12.81
Ben’s American Sake – Yu Tang
Ben’s American Sake – Yu Tang
Tangy flavors with Invigorating aromas of lemon, lime, and yuzu zest. 6.5% ABV 355ml
$7.00
                   

Sparkling

Sake with bubbly carbonation added.

Choryo Sawa Sawa Junmai Nigori Sparkling
Choryo Sawa Sawa Junmai Nigori Sparkling
Effervescence adds a refreshing twist. Subtle hints of tropical fruits and rice sweetness. 8.5% ABV 250ml
$16.16
Ben’s American Sake – Yu Tang
Ben’s American Sake – Yu Tang
Tangy flavors with Invigorating aromas of lemon, lime, and yuzu zest. 6.5% ABV 355ml
$7.00
                   

North Carolina Sake

Brewed in Asheville by Ben's American Sake.

Ben’s American Sake – Yu Tang
Ben’s American Sake – Yu Tang
Tangy flavors with Invigorating aromas of lemon, lime, and yuzu zest. 6.5% ABV 355ml
$7.00
Ben’s American Sake – Premium Black Label
Ben’s American Sake – Premium Black Label
A smooth, well-balanced profile with depth. Delicate notes of pear, apple, and floral hints. 14% ABV 375ml
$20.36
Ben’s American Sake – Natural Nigori
Ben’s American Sake – Natural Nigori
Natural sweetness balanced by gentle acidity. Hints of melon, banana, and coconut. 14% ABV 375ml
$20.36

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