Dassai Hayata is made with minimum pasteurization by adding micro-bubble carbon dioxide to keep fresh aroma and flavor. It has notes of Williams pear and white pepper underline its tension and carry a superlative finish.

Dassai 23 Hayata at a glance

• Style: Junmai Daiginjo
• Taste profile: Smooth & Elegant Fragrant
• Size: 720ml
• Alcohol (ABV): 15%
• Serving suggestion: Chilled
• Region: Yamaguchi
• Producer: Asahi Shuzo

Dassai 23 Hayata: Tasting Summary

Dassai 23 Hayata is a Junmai Daiginjo from Asahi Shuzo in Yamaguchi prefecture, Japan, built on the Dassai 23 style, with rice polished down to 23% of its original grain. What sets Hayata apart is minimal pasteurization: micro-bubble carbon dioxide is added to keep the aroma and flavor fresh. Expect notes of Williams pear and white pepper that give the sake tension and carry a superlative finish, within a smooth, elegant and fragrant profile. As a Junmai Daiginjo it contains no added distilled alcohol, and it is bottled at 15% ABV in a 720ml bottle. Serve Dassai 23 Hayata well chilled in a wine glass to keep its freshness. For Dassai fans, sake collectors and special-occasion gifts, shop it at Main Street Liquor.