Kidoizumi Hakugyokko Fragrant Jewel Stocking Stuffers Ultimate Beverage Challenge 97 points

Ultimate Beverage Challenge 97 points - "A classic take on the London dry formula

The vineyards to produce the white wine at Bagnol cover a bit less than 9 hectares and are planted on a gentle slope of clay and limestone soil with a north-northwest exposure

Allen Katz and his team at the New York Distilling Co

15% malted barley 5% malted rye

but surprisingly approachable for the high proof

Kidoizumi Hakugyokko Fragrant Jewel Stocking Stuffers Ultimate Beverage Challenge 97 pointsChiba prefecture lies between Tokyo Bay and the Pacific Ocean, a verdant area traditionally known for prolific farming. The Kuroshio ("black salt") current flows around Chiba's shores, which keeps it relatively warmer in winter and cooler in summer than neighboring Tokyo. Kidoizumi was founded in 1897, and is currently run by the fifth generation owner toji of the Shoji family, Hayato Shoji. It is the only brewery in Japan that uses the Hot Yamahai