BYAKKO BESPOKE (百光 別誂)

Byakko Bespoke is a flagship series product planned by the high-end sake brand SAKE HUNDRED and brewed by Tatenokawa Sake Brewing in Yamagata Prefecture. Unlike the original 'Byakko', which uses Yamagata's Dewasansan rice, this product uses 100% Hyogo Prefecture 'Yamada Nishiki' to completely redesign the specifications, maximizing its potential as a food pairing sake. It achieves overwhelming transparency through an extreme milling process, polishing the rice down to 18% over 200 hours. The structural characteristic of this sake lies in the contrast between the silky texture created by the extreme polishing ratio (18%) and the heavy volume unique to Yamada Nishiki. It features an ABV of 15.7% and a Sake Meter Value of minus 2.0. When poured, ester aromatics reminiscent of Shine Muscat, white peach, and faint lily flowers are released. Upon tasting, a round and smooth texture with a microscopic oily viscosity coats the tongue, while the plump umami and slight sweetness of Yamada Nishiki build distinct volume. Beyond the mid-palate, the pronounced acidity of 1.4 and the strictly controlled amino acid level of 0.8 suppress the sweetness. In the finish, the acidity and a pleasant mild bitterness interlock to sharply cleanse the palate, demonstrating an extremely transparent fade.

Here are two unique pairings for BYAKKO BESPOKE (百光 別誂), a Junmai Daiginjo known for its delicate sweetness and fruity aromas. 1. Avocado Tartare with Shrimp and Sea Urchin: The creamy texture and subtle sweetness of BYAKKO BESPOKE harmonize beautifully with the richness of avocado, the sweetness of shrimp, and the umami of sea urchin. The sake's delicate floral notes enhance the tartare's freshness, and the crisp alcoholic cut cleanses the palate. 2. Lobster Bisque. The creamy texture and subtle sweetness of BYAKKO complement the rich seafood flavor of lobster bisque harmoniously. The sake's subtle floral aroma enriches the bisque's delicate aroma, and the silky texture presents a luxurious flavor in the mouth. Hakko's transparency makes the taste of bisque even more elegant.