Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver 15% 1.8L (Gb)

Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver (八鹿 大吟醸 銀) is a premium Daiginjo from Yatsushika Brewery in Oita Prefecture, Japan. Crafted with Hyogo-grown Yamada Nishiki polished to an exceptional 35%, it is brewed using pristine underground water from the Kuju mountain range.

Yatsushika describes this sake as having an exceptionally elegant aroma and graceful, crisp finish. Although aromatic, its fragrance is refined rather than overpowering, creating a sophisticated and balanced drinking experience.

The substantial 1.8L bottle comes in a presentation gift box (化粧箱入り), making it especially suitable for celebrations, corporate gifts and special occasions.

🏆 Award Highlight

Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver has received Gold Awards multiple times at Japan’s National New Sake Appraisal (全国新酒鑑評会).

What Does Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver Taste Like?

Aroma: Elegant Ginjo Fruit • Delicate Floral Notes • Gentle Fruit

Palate: Refined • Smooth • Clean • Subtle Rice Umami

Finish: Crisp • Dry • Graceful • Lingering

With an official SMV of +5, it leans toward the dry side. The highly polished Yamada Nishiki provides refinement and smoothness, while acidity gives the finish definition.

Brewing Water & Yeast

The sake is brewed using water originating from the Kuju mountain range in Oita, an important part of Yatsushika’s brewing identity.

Yeast: Kumamoto-family yeast

Acidity: 1.3

Amino Acid: 1.0

Food Pairing

Its elegant aroma and dry, clean finish make it best suited to relatively delicate cuisine.

Recommended pairings include fugu sashimi, white-fish sashimi, sushi, scallops, crab, lobster, oysters, steamed fish, seafood carpaccio and light tempura.

The goal is to pair it with dishes that allow its delicate Daiginjo fragrance to remain noticeable rather than covering it with very spicy or heavily seasoned flavours.

Recommended Serving Temperature

Best: Chilled, approximately 5–10°C

Serve it in a wine glass or aromatic sake glass to give the elegant Ginjo aroma room to develop.

Awards & Recognition

Yatsushika specifically describes Daiginjo Silver as a sake that has received repeated Gold Awards at the National New Sake Appraisal.

🏆 Multiple Gold Awards — Japan National New Sake Appraisal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver?

Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver is a premium Daiginjo from Yatsushika Brewery in Oita, Japan, made with Hyogo Yamada Nishiki polished to 35%.

What does Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver taste like?

It has an elegant Ginjo aroma, smooth refined palate and crisp dry finish. The brewery describes it as fragrant and graceful without being overly assertive.

Is Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver sweet or dry?

It leans dry, with an official SMV of +5 and acidity of 1.3.

What rice is used?

It is made with Yamada Nishiki from Hyogo Prefecture.

What is the rice polishing ratio?

The Yamada Nishiki is polished to 35%, meaning approximately 65% of the original rice grain is removed.

What is the alcohol content?

Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver contains 15% ABV.

Is Yatsushika Silver a Junmai Daiginjo?

No. It is Daiginjo because a controlled amount of brewer’s alcohol is used during production.

Has Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver won awards?

Yes. Yatsushika states that this expression has received Gold Awards multiple times at Japan’s National New Sake Appraisal.

Does the 1.8L bottle come with a gift box?

Yes. The official specification states 化粧箱入り, meaning it is supplied in a presentation box.

What food pairs well with Yatsushika Daiginjo Silver?

Its elegant, dry character works particularly well with sashimi, sushi, white fish, scallops, crab, lobster and other delicately prepared seafood.