If there's one name that redefined modern, ultra-premium saké, it's Dassai. But while their iconic Japanese bottles have long been the gold standard for special occasions, their state-of-the-art New York craft brewery, Dassai Blue, is taking things to a whole new level. Dassai has put together their Dassai Blue 3-Pack half bottles featuring three distinct expressions of the Type 23, Type 35, and Type 50-giving you an instant, side-by-side tasting flight to experience the newest addition into the Dassai family.
The name Dassai Blue stems from a famous Japanese proverb: "Blue dye comes from the indigo plant, but it is bluer than the plant itself." That is the guiding philosophy behind their state-of-the-art Hudson Valley facility-taking centuries of Japanese brewing mastery and refining it even further on American soil to craft something that stands entirely on its own.
Founded in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Asahi Shuzo transformed from a struggling rural brewery into a global saké icon by abandoning traditional, seasonal methods in favor of year-round, precision-driven crafting focused exclusively on premium Junmai Daiginjo. Opening their Hyde Park brewery in 2023 marked the culmination of that evolutionary spirit. By pairing generations of Japanese technique with pristine local New York water and American-grown Yamada Nishiki rice, Dassai Blue isn't just reproducing a Japanese classic abroad-it is writing the next chapter in sake history, aiming for the student to ultimately surpass the master.
In this exclusive 3-pack of 375ml half bottles, you'll get to experience that philosophy firsthand. By pairing three distinct expressions side-by-side, you can explore how subtle nuances in rice polishing, brewing technique, and profile completely transform the glass:
Dassai Blue Type 23: Symbolizing the desire to create only the finest Junmai Daiginjo, the Dassai Blue Type 23 is their flagship saké. Using the highest quality Yamada Nishiki polished to a remarkable 23%, Dassai Blue's Type 23 emphasizes the natural qualities of water of the Hudson Valley, creating a deeply satisfying saké that's distinctly New York. Tasting Notes: Complex aromatic of anise, pear and marshmallow develop into bright lemon chiffon, honeysuckle and stone fruit with a touch of minerality. Serve chilled.
Dassai Blue Type 35: After exporting the Yamada Nishiki seeds from Japan and spending 4 years cultivating with Isbell Farm, Type 35 reinforces the brand's commitment and dedication to make U.S.-made saké with Hudson Valley water and Arkansas rice. Tasting Notes: White peaches and ripe papayas with a soft, sweet fragrance. The taste is characterized by a subtle sweetness and refreshing acidity.
Dassai Blue Type 50: Renowned for its depth and complexity of flavor, Dassai Blue works exclusively with the "King of saké rice" Yamada Nishiki to produce Junmai Daiginjo, the highest-grade sake. Type 50 is bottled three different ways to highlight not just the versatility of the rice, but also the exceptional level of craft that goes into every expression of Dassai Blue. Tasting Notes: Fennel and cantaloupe give way to pineapple candy, lemon curd and vanilla with a hint of brine on the finish.
For centuries, the story of Dassai was written in the rolling hills of Japan-a relentless pursuit of perfection that turned a struggling rural brewery into a global icon. Today, that legacy lives on in the Hudson Valley, where centuries of master craftsmanship meet the pristine waters of New York and American-grown Yamada Nishiki rice.
The Dassai Blue 3-Pack isn't just a tasting flight; it is the living bridge between heritage and innovation. By holding Type 23, Type 35, and Type 50 side-by-side, you aren't just tasting three exceptional Junmai Daiginjos-you are experiencing a historic craft transformed, carrying the soul of Japanese brewing into an entirely new era.
The name Dassai Blue stems from a famous Japanese proverb: "Blue dye comes from the indigo plant, but it is bluer than the plant itself." That is the guiding philosophy behind their state-of-the-art Hudson Valley facility-taking centuries of Japanese brewing mastery and refining it even further on American soil to craft something that stands entirely on its own.
Founded in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Asahi Shuzo transformed from a struggling rural brewery into a global saké icon by abandoning traditional, seasonal methods in favor of year-round, precision-driven crafting focused exclusively on premium Junmai Daiginjo. Opening their Hyde Park brewery in 2023 marked the culmination of that evolutionary spirit. By pairing generations of Japanese technique with pristine local New York water and American-grown Yamada Nishiki rice, Dassai Blue isn't just reproducing a Japanese classic abroad-it is writing the next chapter in sake history, aiming for the student to ultimately surpass the master.
In this exclusive 3-pack of 375ml half bottles, you'll get to experience that philosophy firsthand. By pairing three distinct expressions side-by-side, you can explore how subtle nuances in rice polishing, brewing technique, and profile completely transform the glass:
Dassai Blue Type 23: Symbolizing the desire to create only the finest Junmai Daiginjo, the Dassai Blue Type 23 is their flagship saké. Using the highest quality Yamada Nishiki polished to a remarkable 23%, Dassai Blue's Type 23 emphasizes the natural qualities of water of the Hudson Valley, creating a deeply satisfying saké that's distinctly New York. Tasting Notes: Complex aromatic of anise, pear and marshmallow develop into bright lemon chiffon, honeysuckle and stone fruit with a touch of minerality. Serve chilled.
Dassai Blue Type 35: After exporting the Yamada Nishiki seeds from Japan and spending 4 years cultivating with Isbell Farm, Type 35 reinforces the brand's commitment and dedication to make U.S.-made saké with Hudson Valley water and Arkansas rice. Tasting Notes: White peaches and ripe papayas with a soft, sweet fragrance. The taste is characterized by a subtle sweetness and refreshing acidity.
Dassai Blue Type 50: Renowned for its depth and complexity of flavor, Dassai Blue works exclusively with the "King of saké rice" Yamada Nishiki to produce Junmai Daiginjo, the highest-grade sake. Type 50 is bottled three different ways to highlight not just the versatility of the rice, but also the exceptional level of craft that goes into every expression of Dassai Blue. Tasting Notes: Fennel and cantaloupe give way to pineapple candy, lemon curd and vanilla with a hint of brine on the finish.
For centuries, the story of Dassai was written in the rolling hills of Japan-a relentless pursuit of perfection that turned a struggling rural brewery into a global icon. Today, that legacy lives on in the Hudson Valley, where centuries of master craftsmanship meet the pristine waters of New York and American-grown Yamada Nishiki rice.
The Dassai Blue 3-Pack isn't just a tasting flight; it is the living bridge between heritage and innovation. By holding Type 23, Type 35, and Type 50 side-by-side, you aren't just tasting three exceptional Junmai Daiginjos-you are experiencing a historic craft transformed, carrying the soul of Japanese brewing into an entirely new era.
