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Hakutsuru Superior Junmai Ginjo Recipe

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Nov 25 2025

168h

Serves 10

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Make Hakutsuru Superior Junmai Ginjo in just 168h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

Sake Ingredients

Preparation

Sake Brewing Process

1. Step 1: Rice Preparation

Rinse the junmai ginjo rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 6-8 hours to allow it to absorb moisture.

2. Step 2: Steaming the Rice

Drain the soaked rice and steam it for about 45-60 minutes until it becomes translucent and sticky. Let it cool to room temperature.

3. Step 3: Koji Preparation

Spread the cooled steamed rice in a shallow container. Sprinkle the koji starter evenly over the rice and mix gently. Cover with a damp cloth and let it ferment at 30°C (86°F) for 48 hours, stirring occasionally.

4. Step 4: Main Fermentation

In a fermentation tank, combine the koji rice, the remaining steamed rice, water, and yeast. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients. Cover the tank with a lid and allow fermentation to occur at 15-20°C (59-68°F) for 2-4 weeks, monitoring regularly.

5. Step 5: Pressing the Sake

Once fermentation is complete, press the mixture to separate the sake from the rice solids. This can be done manually or using a sake press.

6. Step 6: Filtration and Pasteurization

Filter the pressed sake to remove any remaining solids. Pasteurize the sake by heating it to 60°C (140°F) for about 30 minutes.

7. Step 7: Bottling

Let the sake cool to room temperature, then transfer it into bottles. Seal the bottles and store them horizontally in a cool, dark place.

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