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SOTO Junmai Sake

 ·  Niigata
3.4★★★☆(4)
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SOTO Junmai Sake - Junmai sake from Niigata
Description

ALL NATURAL GLUTEN FREE NO PRESERVATIVES NO ADDITIVES NO ADDED SUGAR NO SULFITES SŌTŌ, meaning ‘outside’ in Japanese, is a celebration of the earth’s purest elements brought together to make this premium quality all-natural product: finely polished specialty rice and pristine mountain water from the Niigata Prefecture. Clean and light on the palate, apple, soft rice, touch of umami. Enjoy chilled year-round or gently warmed during the wintertime. Gold medal winner at World Sake Challenge & PROOF Awards. ALL NATURAL, VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, NO PRESERVATIVES, NO SULFITES

Specifications
CategoryJunmai
RegionNiigata
BrandSOTO
SMV+3
Acidity1.8
ABV14%
Polish Ratio65%
Flavor Profile
Subtle
Aromatic
Light
Full
Sweet
Dry
Low acid
High acid

Aroma and body are estimated from the category and polishing ratio. SMV and acidity are published values.

Sake TypeWhat is Junmai?

Pure rice sake with rich umami depth — the everyday staple of Japan.

Learn more about Junmai

Where to Buy

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Shops
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$5.99
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Where to Drink

1 venue

Spotted on these restaurants' public menus — selections change often, confirm with the venue.

Reviews

Check-ins & reviews (4)

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CuriousConnoisseur5694

Mar 15, 2026, 3:10 AM

Rating stars
4.00
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Jamie Randall

Nov 26, 2024, 1:32 AM

Rating stars
2.75
I wasn’t a fan of this one, but I prefer Junmai Ginjo. I did sense some spice in this sake, but I don’t think it had enough depth for me (but I prefer Nigori)
Jason Caruso's avatar

Jason Caruso

Jan 10, 2024, 6:47 AM

Rating stars
3.50
RPR: 65%, SMV: +3, Acidity: 1.8.
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michael bonneau

Sep 29, 2023, 3:58 AM

Rating stars
3.50
📖 Sake Guides

Pairings

Food type guide

Derived from this sake’s published spec (SMV and acidity).
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Yakitori (Salt)
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Traditional balance ideal for Japanese cuisine
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Traditional balance ideal for Japanese cuisine
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Mixed Hot Pot
Japanese
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Traditional balance ideal for Japanese cuisine
4
Chawanmushi
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★★★★★
Traditional balance ideal for Japanese cuisine
5
Fish & Chips
Fusion
★★★★★
Versatile profile adapts to diverse flavors
6
Yakitori (Tare)
Japanese
★★★★★
Traditional balance ideal for Japanese cuisine
7
Simmered Fish
Japanese
★★★★★
Traditional balance ideal for Japanese cuisine
8
Oden
Japanese
★★★★★
Traditional balance ideal for Japanese cuisine