To celebrate the arrival of 2026 – the Year of the Horse, Ohmine Shuzō presents a special limited-edition sake based on its acclaimed 2Grain (2-Tsubu) Yamada Nishiki series. This festive release pairs an auspicious zodiac design with exceptional craftsmanship, offering both refined flavour and celebratory symbolism.
Brewed using premium Yamada Nishiki rice from Yamaguchi Prefecture and pristine spring water filtered through limestone-rich terrain, this sake expresses rich grain-derived depth, crystal-clear sweetness, and beautifully layered minerality. The result is an elegant, fruit-forward sake with clarity, lift, and a graceful finish.
Tasting Notes
Aroma:
Glamorous and elegant, bursting with ripe fruit notes upon opening, accented by gentle sweetness
Palate:
Luscious fruit flavours unfold with a melting, refined sweetness. Balanced by distinctive acidity and mineral nuances from the limestone-filtered brewing water
Finish:
Clean, refreshing, and graceful, with lingering elegance and clarity
Special Edition Features
This Happy New Year 2026 set includes exclusive sake cups commissioned from the prestigious Tahara Tōbei Studio, a renowned Hagi ware kiln with origins dating back to the early Edo period.
Inspired by the traditional Bajōhai (horseback cup), these cups are considered auspicious vessels symbolising victory, prosperity, and celebration. Their refined form and New Year-inspired design elevate festive moments and make this set a meaningful gift for the Lunar New Year.
Producer: Ohmine Shuzō
Series: 2Grain (2-Tsubu) Yamadanishiki
Edition: Limited – Happy New Year 2026 (Year of the Horse)
Rice: Yamada Nishiki (Yamaguchi Prefecture)
Alcohol: 14.5%
Style: Fruity, elegant, mineral-driven
Serving Recommendation: Chilled
Set Includes: Limited edition sake 1 bottle + 2 Bajōhai sake cups