喜久盛 死後審判 純米生原酒出自岩手縣北上市唯一殘存的酒藏 - 喜久盛酒造，創業於明治 27 年，一直以小規模但有個性著稱。代表品牌「Taxi Driver」就是和電影設計師高橋ヨシキ合作，走強烈 subculture、rock／punk 視覺路線，而這枝死後審判再一步把視覺衝擊推到極限 - 藏元以東北路邊常見的基督教警世看板為靈感，黑底黃白字寫上「死後さばきにあう」，彷彿在酒架上對你發出靈魂質問。

外表雖然是話題十足的標籤，瓶內卻是非常認真的純米生原酒：使用協會 6 號酵母釀造，保留生酒的鮮度與原酒的厚度，將米麴香、旨味與辛口收結食中酒

帶少量熟堅果、穀物、輕微辛香氣息，旨味與 17 度酒精帶來實在的厚度，入口爽快清新，但中段有明確的米旨味、苦味與酸度支撐，屬骨架粗壯型辛口風格。整體雖有份量感，但並非甜膩型，而是偏向濃醇辛口、適合喜歡老派、重身日本酒的飲者

【Kikuzakari After Death Judgement Junmai Namagenshu】

Kikuzakari “After Death Judgement” Junmai Namagenshu comes from Kikuzakari Shuzo, the last remaining sake brewery in Kitakami City, Iwate, founded in 1894 and known for its small scale and strong individual character.Its cult‑label flagship “Taxi Driver” was created in collaboration with film designer Yoshiki Takahashi and is famous for its bold subculture / rock / punk visual style.

“After Death Judgement” pushes that visual impact even further, taking inspiration from Christian warning billboards often seen in Tohoku, with stark black, white and yellow text declaring “死後さばきにあう” – like a soul‑searching message staring at you from the sake shelf.

Behind the provocative label lies a very serious junmai namagenshu.
Brewed with classic Association No.6 yeast, it preserves the freshness of unpasteurized sake and the weight of undiluted genshu, packing koji‑driven aromas, deep umami and a firmly dry finish into a food‑friendly style.

On the nose it offers hints of roasted nuts, almonds, grain and a light spicy edge. On the palate, concentrated umami and around 17% alcohol give real power; the attack is brisk and lively, then the mid‑palate shows clear rice savouriness, bitterness and acidity, shaping it into ful-bodied and dry profile. Overall it has serious weight and presence but avoids cloying sweetness, leaning instead toward a full‑bodied, dry style that will appeal to drinkers who enjoy old‑school, robust sake.

Recommended serving temperature
At around 12–15°C, the rice umami and nutty notes become more defined, while bitterness and acidity knit together more smoothly, bringing it closer to a “mature junmai” impression.

Food pairing
Izakaya dishes: yakitori (especially innards and salt‑grilled momo), kushiyaki, karaage fried chicken, tonkatsu
Heavier plates: spicy or richly seasoned braised dishes, black pepper beef, grilled lamb chops, hearty hamburger steak

【Producer】Kikuzakari Shuzo (Iwate)
【Classification】Junmai
【Volume】720ml
【Rice used】 Rice from Iwate Prefecture
【Rice polishing ratio】~55%
【Alcohol level】~17% (depending on batch)