Oishii ‘Clear’ pours with a crystalline clarity, delivering a palate that is both clean and lively. The opening flavors lean toward delicate pear and melon, which gently unfold without overwhelming sweetness. There’s a subtle umami undercurrent that rounds out the profile, lending depth and balance, especially toward the finish. The mouthfeel is light and crisp, emphasizing freshness and drinkability rather than weight, and the finish is smooth with lingering fruit notes that invite another sip.

Oishii ‘Clear’ is crafted in Virginia by Kintsugi Sake LLC. It uses spring water sourced from the Blue Ridge Mountains, and single-origin Titan rice grown in Arkansas. The sake is brewed using only the four traditional ingredients: rice, koji, yeast, and water. There are no added sulfates or artificial additives, and the sake is gluten-free and kosher. The brewing process focuses on polishing and filtering to produce a filtered junmai style, which preserves clarity and emphasizes purity and freshness in every batch.

 

Serve Oishii ‘Clear’ chilled to best showcase its crispness and fruit tones; slight cooling enhances its pear and melon aromas without muting the umami finish. Because it has a lighter body and clean character, it pairs particularly well with delicate dishes—think raw or lightly cooked seafood like sashimi, ceviche, or oysters, which allow the sake’s freshness to shine. It’s also excellent alongside lightly grilled chicken or shellfish tossed in citrus-based sauces. For vegetarian plates, fresh salads with crisp textures or mild cheeses will complement without overwhelming. Its subtle fruit and umami balance make it versatile enough to work with spicy cuisine too—where the sake’s gentle sweetness and clean profile can help soothe heat while letting flavors cut through.

• Available Size: 750mL (6 pc) & 375mL (12 pc) & 250mL Can (4 per pack, 24 pc)
• Screw-Cap
• Gluten-Free
• Kosher
• Type: Sake
• Sub-type: Sake
• ABV%: 15