Inspired by the ancient recipe of Hiroemon Takeda, the renowned Samurai and Japanese Sake connoisseur, Hiro is crafted by our own Toji (Master Brewer) using only specially polished rice from the Murakami plain in the Niigata Region. Clear with a platinum blue cast. delicate vanilla maple nut fudge and spicy pear custard aromas; fruity and fresh, with banana undertones. crisp and smooth, with hints of fruits and vanilla, and a savory sweet potato bread, white mushroom, tart cherry and jicama subtle nuances. smooth, medium body-to-full body for a very well balanced finish .