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2025 Sake Brand Ranking

【2025 Sake Brand Ranking】Based on the big data of the whole network, the sake brands selected according to the brand awareness, brand strength, word-of-mouth evaluation and sales popularity of sake (in no particular order): Juyondai 14, Daishichi Daishichi, Kikuhime Kikuhime, Born Van , Kokuryu Black Dragon, Denshu Tianjiu, Isojiman Isojiman, Dewa-zakura Dewa Sakura, Dassai Dassai, Kotsuzumi snare drum, Hiroki Hiroki, Nabeshima Nabeshima, Koshino kanbai Koshino Kanmei, Kuheji Brewenkyuheiji, Kubota Kubota, What brand is good if you are looking for sake? This list of sake brands is for your reference only.

TOP.1

Juyondai XIV generations Japan

The 14th generation produced by Takagi Sake Brewery in Yamagata Prefecture is known as Japan's No. 1 sake and the title of Mira no Sake. The position of the fourteenth generation in the sake world is like the Lafite of wine, the Hermes of handbags, and the Rolls-Royce of cars. Food critic Mr. Cai Lan said in his blog post: There are many names for Japanese sake, and I don't know which one is the best, but if you ask me, my personal favorite is definitely the 14th generation of Yamagata San. In addition to emphasizing the use of high-quality sake rice such as Yamada Nishiki and Aishan, the 14th generation also made good use of different brewing techniques, such as Seven Vertical Twenty Guan, Secret Inheritance Jade Return, etc., which made its style more prominent. The 14th generation is usually three or four thousand yuan a bottle, and it is the only sake brand whose products are speculated. Longquan is the best in the fourteenth generation, the entrance has a fruity aroma, the sweet taste is strong, the wine taste is long-lasting, the output is scarce, only one has to be made a year, only 200 pieces are produced every year, the retail price is 24,000 yuan, and it is the existence of a price without a market. On the other hand, the 14th generation has launched limited editions from time to time, and has cooperated with football star Hidetoshi Nakata to launch a sake called N, which is limited to the world...

1

Score

90

popularity

14756
TOP.2

Daishichi Daishichi Japan

The Daishichi Wonder Flower Orchid Song, which is known as the magic wine artifact in sake, is produced by the Daishichi sake brewery, which is the best brewing in the country by 生酛 (yun). At the time of its launch, it was the only Junmai Daiginjo made in Japan in the raw way. The original liquor selected by the hand is from the best vintage, not every year has the standard of the original liquor, so the production year and quantity are uncertain, more than 2,000 bottles, less than 700 bottles. Daishichi Sake Brewery once said that Miaohualanqu is the pinnacle of its sake making, and only sake that reaches the highest level will be sold in limited quantities under the name of Miaohualanko. At present, the cheapest Miaohua Lanqu is also about 1,700 yuan. At the 2008 G8 Summit held in Lake Toya, Hokkaido, Kokan was a toast to the Lady Summit's dinner. In addition, the Grande Cuvee is even more difficult to find, even if the market price has reached 4,000 yuan a bottle, it is close to being out of stock, and it is also a good wine that money may not be able to buy. Compared with Myohana Ranko, Daishichi Sake Brewery also has a more accessible liquor: Minowa Gate Junmai Daiginjo, which has the elegant and slender mouth of raw sake...

2

Score

89

popularity

21121
TOP.3

Kikuhime Kikuhime Japan

Kikuhime, one of Japan's artifact-grade sake, is produced by the most famous Kikuhime sake brewery in Ishikawa Prefecture. Kikuhime is the work of Naohiko Nonguchi, the head of the six major Toji (sake brewers) of Notorum. Since its birth, it has won 25 gold medals in 12 consecutive years at the National Sake Appraisal Competition, and no one has surpassed it so far. Among them, Ju Liyuan is the most high-end product of Ju Ji, the quality is extremely high, the quantity is extremely rare, the annual output is around 200 bottles, each bottle of Ju Liyuan (1.8L) is priced at 50,000 yen, even in some sake stores in Japan, Ju Liyuan is also a rare commodity limited to one bottle per person, only available in some high-end restaurants in Hong Kong, the price is close to 5000 yuan, and it is known as the title of Phantom Liquor. Kikuhime's production is very stable, even if it is ordinary wine, all use Yamada Nishiki as raw materials, friends who want to try Kikuhime can try Kikuhime's mountain waste ginjo, stored for more than ten years, the color of the wine is slightly yellow but still clear, the mellow flavor is very distinctive, and the cost performance is also very high, the price is about 500 yuan. ...

3

Score

88

popularity

11999
TOP.4

Born Japan

It is produced by Yoshihei Kato Shoten Shoten, located in Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, and founded in 1860. It has been used as the official sake for many large-scale events in Japan and abroad, including the 1928 Showa Emperor enthronement ceremony, the 2002 World Cup opening reception, and in 2007, it became a special drink for government agencies for Japanese prime ministers and overseas heads of government, and in 2009, former Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama visited the United States and presented the wine to Obama. Fan's representative works have Chaoyin and Dream Zheng Dream, the color of Chaoyin is slightly golden and transparent, there is no obvious fruit fragrance, but the rice fragrance and honey fragrance are rich and delicate, the price is about 1700 yuan, and there is basically no domestic spot. The dream is clear and bright, with the aroma of flowers and fruits, the taste is complex with aftertaste, and there is still a little stock in China, and the price is close to 2000 yuan. If you just want to experience it, you can try Fan's special writing, 720ml is only 450 yuan, and the cost performance is slightly higher. ...

4

Score

87

popularity

14610
TOP.5

Kokuryu Black Dragon Japan

Founded in 1804, Fukui Prefecture is the most famous sake brewery in Fukui Prefecture, which is the sake purchased by the Imperial Household Agency for the use of the Imperial Family. In recent years, Crown Prince Naruhito likes to drink black dragons, making it one of the most popular sake. The first-line works of the Black Dragon Distillery, such as Ishidaya and Nizaemon are all in the local area, they have to queue up to make an appointment to buy, and it takes nearly a year and a half from the reservation to the start, but the shipment is not small, but it is rare on the market, so the price is not as good as the 14th generation, and the average price is about 3500 yuan. In addition to high-priced liquors such as Ishidaya and Nizaemon, it is especially worth mentioning its Kuuryu's Daiginjo Yashi, which is one of the few sake that has excellent performance from cold to warming, and the aroma of flowers and fruits is already very strong when it is cold, and after heating, the taste is more balanced, and the price is only about 500 yuan. ...

5

Score

86

popularity

11294
TOP.6

Denshu Japan

Founded in 1878 as the only sake brewery in Aomori City at the time, Nishida Sake Brewery launched the "Tanshu" series of junmai sake in 1974 to great acclaim. Although the name of Tianjiu is earthy, it is of a very high grade. The wine is made entirely by hand, and most of it is produced in a specific month, so the production is very small. It is sold out as soon as it is released, and it is difficult to buy even at local retail stores, and it is the best sake that only insiders know. Although the price is not as good as that of Phantom Wine, its rarity far exceeds that of the Fourteenth Dynasty and the Black Dragon. The mountain waste junmai Daiginjo is the best in the mountain waste production method, with a fresh flavor, with a deep mellowness, and you can taste the rich texture of Yamada Nishiki, which is very good with Japanese food, and the price is 2,500 yuan. The cheaper special junmai is 600 yuan, and no matter how high or low the price is, you can earn it when you buy it. ...

6

Score

85

popularity

9467
TOP.7

Isojiman 矶自慢 Japan

Produced in 1830, it is a well-known local sake brand in Shizuoka Prefecture. The sake made by Isoji was selected as the toast at the 2008 G8 Summit held in Hokkaido, and won the double gold medal in the sake category of the 2010 International Wine Challenge. Daiginjo is the heart of Isoji's premium sake, with a sweet and fruity aroma and a moderate sweetness and sweetness in the mouth. Now there are only designated stores in the Japanese market, and many series of prices have been speculated, and it has become one of the five major fried wines, and Nakatori り35 has been fried to a high price of 7,000 yuan. In particular, we need to recommend the Omachi 55, which was named the best junmai sake in the 2014 International Wine Challenge and won the Junmai Championship in the All Japan Sake Competition in 2015. The most important thing is that the price is reasonable, about 700 yuan a bottle, and it is relatively easy to get. ...

7

Score

84

popularity

20104
TOP.8

Dewa-zakura 出羽樱 Japan

Dewa Sakura Sake Brewery is a famous sake brewery in Yamagata Prefecture, which belongs to the same Yamagata Prefecture name as the 14th generation, and the standard is stable and the price is reasonable. The floral and fruity aroma is a distinctive feature of the Izuwa cherry blossoms, and it can be compared to many expensive wines. Dewa Sakura is a high-end product of Dewa Sakura, fresh, aromatic, with the right umami with grapefruit, lime and cantaloupe fruit flavors, won the International Wine Challenge Sake Championship in 2008, priced at 500 yuan. In 2016, Dewa Sakura, Dewa no Sato, won the IWC championship for the first time in many years. The product line of Dewa Sakura is abundant, from 2,000 yuan for 10 years of cold and warm maturation, to more than 100 yuan for 300 ml of Daiginjo. ...

8

Score

83

popularity

18614
TOP.9

Dassai 獭祭 Japan

Dasai has many enthusiasts both in Japan and abroad, and it is a very well-known sake. When US President President Ma visited Japan in 2014, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe presented the otter sacrifice; Dasai also appeared in the anime "Neon Genesis Evangelion", and its popularity can be imagined. There are many different types of Dassai, but the most popular one is the 23% polished rice with a strong aroma and a delicate and smooth taste, and has been awarded a five-star rating by the Japan Sake Service Research Association. Dasai is a sake brewery that can be made all year round, so it produces a large amount of high-end two-cut and three-point sake in China, and the price of 720 ml is only 600 yuan. ...

9

Score

82

popularity

10018
TOP.10

Kotsuzumi 小鼓 Japan

Nishiyama Sake Brewery has a 160-year history located in Tamba Takayama, and its sake brewing tradition has been registered as a tangible cultural property in Japan. After reviewing more than 200 sake products in Japan, wine critic Robert Parker gave this soft, fruity-scented Korumi with a sunflower a top score of 93. Winning the Monde Selection Gold Award for three consecutive years and the ITQI Three-Star Award for two consecutive years has also made the drum a very popular sake, with prices ranging from 850 yuan to 1,200 yuan in China. ...

10

Score

81

popularity

16886
TOP.11

Hiroki Hirohi Japan

Among those who love Japanese sake, there is no one who knows that Hiroshi's unfiltered raw sake has a refreshing taste like a fruity white wine. Due to the difficulty of storing unfiltered raw sake, shipments are very limited, and even though it is well known, it can only be purchased at liquor specialty stores in a few places. Hiroki also produces high-quality Junmai Daiginjo and special Junmai sake, each of which is limited to a limited number of products, making it a representative of high-end sake. The Japanese have the impression that it is impossible to get their hands on it, because it is well-known but has a small production. Fei Luxi's special junmai won the junmai championship in the 2012 Sake competition, and the entrance is quite smooth, crisp and slightly pungent, suitable for meals, and the price is 1,300 yuan. ...

11

Score

80

popularity

13640
TOP.12

Nabeshima Nabeshima Japan

Nabeshima's sake has a unique style and taste, most of which are very fresh, aromatic, slightly sweet in the mouth, and slightly foamy to enhance the taste. Nabeshima's tasting was a very successful wine, winning the Gold Medal for seven consecutive years from 2005 to 2011, and winning the top gold medal at the International Wine Challenge held in the UK in 2011. With an annual output of only 450 koku, the brewery has become in short supply since its reputation soared. At present, the limited edition Nabeshima Daiginjo has very little circulation in the market, and it is quite precious, and this sake has a fruity aroma like a peach when it is opened, and the quality of the wine is soft and smooth, and it is slightly luscious in the pungent mouth, making it a good aperitif or mid-dinner sake, and the price is 650 yuan, which is very cost-effective in the limited Daiginjo. ...

12

Score

79

popularity

18160
TOP.13

Koshino kanbai 越乃寒梅 Japan

The Eshino Kanmei, known as the local sake Yokozuna, comes from Niigata Prefecture. Former Japanese Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka used Echino Hanmei to entertain Comrade Kodaira with a banquet, which became a craze. Koshino Hanmei has won the annual gold medal at the National New Sake Awards nine times. The production of local sake fluctuates, and the price fluctuates greatly. The wine is light and spicy, the taste is relaxed and refreshing, the aftertaste of rice is endless, and it is only more than 300 yuan, and the special brew that has matured in five years can be sold for more than 1,000 yuan a bottle. The price of the Yue Nai Han Plum is not high, but the rarity is at the level of Phantom Wine, and the industry is also proud of drinking the Yue Nai Han Plum. ...

13

Score

78

popularity

20937
TOP.14

Kuheji brewing people nine flat times Japan

Mancheng Sake Brewery, located near Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, is a pioneer in the pursuit of new Japanese sake. In 2002, the entire product line was set to Ginjo Sake Brewery or above, and it became all Ginjo Sake Brewery. Junmai Daiginjo, which is brewed by Kuheiji, has an elegant aroma and a layered taste, and is the first Japanese sake to be on the wine list of three-Michelin-starred restaurants in France such as Pierre Gagnaire and Guy Savoy. The most expensive of the Brewing Renren Jiu Heiji series is priced at 20,000 yen, while a large shipment like Don't Say it costs only about 500 yuan. ...

14

Score

77

popularity

13421
TOP.15

Kubota Japan

Kubota, whether it's a Japanese restaurant or a Japanese supermarket, is as popular as Asahi beer, and it's one of the most accessible sake brands. Although sake experts consider drinking Kubota to be as boring as drinking water, Kubota's versatility is perfect for sake beginners, as the aroma is slightly inferior when drunk cold, but the quality of the sake remains smooth and retains its aroma at room temperature. Kubota's Baishou, Senju, and Wanshou have a very high order rate in Japanese restaurants in China because of their good names, among which Wanshou is the highest, with a price of more than 800 yuan for 1.8 liters, and the most basic price for Baiju, priced at more than 200 yuan, and Qianshou is more cost-effective, about 320 yuan, which is very suitable as a gift for the elderly. ...

15

Score

76

popularity

15497

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1 21121
Daishichi Daishichi

The Daishichi Wonder Flower Orchid Song, which is known as the magic wine artifact in sake, is produced by the Daishichi sake brewery, which is the best brewing in the country by 生酛 (yun). At the time of its launch, it was the only Junmai Daiginjo made in Japan in the raw way. Miaohua Orchid Koji is hand-selected by hand, and the selected original liquor,
2 20937
Koshino kanbai 越乃寒梅

The Eshino Kanmei, known as the local sake Yokozuna, comes from Niigata Prefecture. Former Japanese Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka used Echino Hanmei to entertain Comrade Kodaira with a banquet, which became a craze. Koshino Hanmei has won the annual gold medal at the National New Sake Awards nine times. The production of local liquor is uncertain, and the price
3 20104
Isojiman 矶自慢

Produced in 1830, it is a well-known local sake brand in Shizuoka Prefecture. The sake made by Isoji was selected as the toast at the 2008 G8 Summit held in Hokkaido, and won the double gold medal in the sake category of the 2010 International Wine Challenge. Daiginjo drops into the soul is
4 18614
Dewa-zakura 出羽樱

Dewa Sakura Sake Brewery is a famous sake brewery in Yamagata Prefecture, which belongs to the same Yamagata Prefecture name as the 14th generation, and the standard is stable and the price is reasonable. The floral and fruity aroma is a distinctive feature of the Izuwa cherry blossoms, and it can be compared to many expensive wines. Dewa Sakura all the way is a high-end product of Dewa Sakura, clear
5 18160
Nabeshima Nabeshima

Nabeshima's sake has a unique style and taste, most of which are very fresh, aromatic, slightly sweet in the mouth, and slightly foamy to enhance the taste. Nabeshima's tasting has achieved good results, winning the Gold Medal for seven consecutive years from 2005 to 2011, and even more in 2011
6 16886
Kotsuzumi 小鼓

Nishiyama Sake Brewery has a 160-year history located in Tamba Takayama, and its sake brewing tradition has been registered as a tangible cultural property in Japan. Wine critic Robert Parker has reviewed more than 200 sake products in Japan, and finally gave this one a soft, fruity little flavor
7 15497
Kubota

Kubota, whether it's a Japanese restaurant or a Japanese supermarket, is as popular as Asahi beer, and it's one of the most accessible sake brands. Although sake experts think that drinking Kubota is as boring as drinking water, for sake beginners, it is a long time
8 14756
Juyondai XIV generations

The 14th generation produced by Takagi Sake Brewery in Yamagata Prefecture is known as Japan's No. 1 sake and the title of Mira no Sake. The position of the fourteenth generation in the sake world is like the Lafite of wine, the Hermes of handbags, and the Rolls-Royce of cars. Food critic Mr. Cai Lan said in his blog post
9 14610
Born

It is produced by Yoshihei Kato Shoten Shoten, located in Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture, and founded in 1860. It has been the official sake for many major events in Japan and abroad, including the enthronement ceremony of Emperor Showa in 1928, the welcome party for the opening of the 2002 World Cup, and in 2007
10 13640
Hiroki Hirohi

Among those who love Japanese sake, there is no one who knows that Hiroshi's unfiltered raw sake has a refreshing taste like a fruity white wine. Due to the difficulty of storing unfiltered raw sake, shipments are very limited, and even though it is well known, it can only be produced in a few places
11 13421
Kuheji brewing people nine flat times

Mancheng Sake Brewery, located near Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, is a pioneer in the pursuit of new Japanese sake. In 2002, the entire product line was set to Ginjo Sake Brewery or above, and it became all Ginjo Sake Brewery. The Junmai Daiginjo, which is brewed for nine generations, has an elegant aroma and a very layered entrance
12 11999
Kikuhime Kikuhime

Kikuhime, one of Japan's artifact-grade sake, is produced by the most famous Kikuhime sake brewery in Ishikawa Prefecture. Kikuhime is the work of Naohiko Nonguchi, the head of the six major Toji (sake brewers) of Notorum. Since its birth, it has won 25 gold medals in 12 consecutive years at the National Sake Appraisal Competition, and no one has been there yet
13 11294
Kokuryu Black Dragon

Founded in 1804, Fukui Prefecture is the most famous sake brewery in Fukui Prefecture, which is the sake purchased by the Imperial Household Agency for the use of the Imperial Family. In recent years, Crown Prince Naruhito likes to drink black dragons, making it one of the most popular sake. The first-line works of the Black Dragon Brewery, such as Ishidaya and Nizaemon, are all required in the local area
14 10018
Dassai 獭祭

Dasai has many enthusiasts both in Japan and abroad, and it is a very well-known sake. When US President President Ma visited Japan in 2014, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe presented the otter sacrifice; Dasai also appeared in the anime "Neon Genesis Evangelion", and its popularity is conceivable
15 9467
Denshu

Founded in 1878 as the only sake brewery in Aomori City at the time, Nishida Sake Brewery launched the "Tanshu" series of junmai sake in 1974 to great acclaim. Although the name of Tianjiu is earthy, it is of a very high grade. Tianshu is made entirely by hand, and most of it is produced in a specific month

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2025 Sake Brand Ranking

Juyondai XIV generations Japan

Daishichi Daishichi Japan

Kikuhime Kikuhime Japan

Born Japan

Kokuryu Black Dragon Japan

Denshu Japan

Isojiman 矶自慢 Japan

Dewa-zakura 出羽樱 Japan

Dassai 獭祭 Japan

Kotsuzumi 小鼓 Japan

Hiroki Hirohi Japan

Nabeshima Nabeshima Japan

Koshino kanbai 越乃寒梅 Japan

Kuheji brewing people nine flat times Japan

Kubota Japan

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