Senkin Classic Kame

Senkin Classic Kame is a Junmai sake brewed in Tochigi Prefecture from Kame no O, a prized heirloom rice variety, milled to 60%. Its high acidity of 1.75 — a hallmark of the brewery's traditional lactic-starter approach — pairs with a gently sweet Sake Meter Value of -2 to produce a tart, food-friendly balance. Rice, umami, and dry notes lead the palate at 15% alcohol, with an amino-acid level of 1.3 adding savory depth. The 'Classic' line marks the sake Senkin brews by older methods that emphasize structure and acidity over overt fruit.

Senkin's Classic Kame (Turtle) uses the heritage Kame no O rice variety in their traditional Classic line, which contrasts with the fruit-forward Modern range. Sharper acidity, mineral backbone, and a more structured finish showcase how ancient rice varieties can produce completely different flavor profiles. A fascinating study in rice terroir.