Junmai vs Futsushu
純米 vs 普通酒
Grade A
Junmai
純米
Alcool ajouté
Non (Junmai)
Portion typique
Shines across the full temperature spectrum. Try chilled for lighter expressions or warm (40-50C) to amplify umami and body. Excellent with rich, savory Japanese cuisine.
Grade B
Futsushu
普通酒
Alcool ajouté
Oui
Portion typique
Warm (40-50C) is traditional and most common. Also popular on the rocks in summer or mixed in cocktails. Served in ochoko or koppu (glass tumbler) for casual occasions.