Ginjo (rice polished to 60%)

Reference

Niigata, Hyogo, Kyoto, Yamagata

Famous For

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Negroni

Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth. Three equal parts that changed the world.

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Martini

Gin, dry vermouth. The most debated drink in history needs no introduction.

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Gin And Tonic

Gin over ice, tonic water poured long. Colonial medicine turned universal ritual.

ABV14-17%

Sub-styles

Junmai ginjo (pure rice)Brewer's alcohol ginjoNama ginjo (unpasteurized)Genshu ginjo (undiluted)

Tasting Notes

Apple, pear, light rice, subtle floral, clean finish, mild umami. More body than daiginjo. Less polishing means more weight and savory notes.

Brand Guide

Well

Hakutsuru Junmai Ginjo ($15-20)

Call

Ozeki ($20-28)

Premium

Hakkaisan ($30-42)

Top Shelf

Named brewery ($45+). Sweet spot of quality and price

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The Story

The gateway to premium sake: polished rice, expressive aromatics, restrained elegance without the daiginjo price.

Drinks with Ginjo (rice polished to 60%)(143)

1941

2 dashes Angostura Bitters

BuiltHighball

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1941 (Suffering Bastard)

1 oz London Dry Gin

1 oz Brandy (or Bourbon)

0.5 oz Lime Juice

4 oz Ginger Beer

2 dashes Angostura Bitters

ShakenHighball

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3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea

0.5 oz Vodka

0.5 oz Gin

0.5 oz Light Rum

0.5 oz Tequila Blanco

0.5 oz Triple Sec

1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice

50/50

1.5 oz Gin

1.5 oz Dry Vermouth

2 dashes Orange Bitters

StirredCoupe

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69 Special

1 oz Gin

0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice

A1

1 oz Gin

1 oz Grand Marnier

0.25 oz Fresh Lemon Juice

0.25 oz Grenadine

ShakenCoupe

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