Mikawa Hon Mirin
Mirin – a unique essential for perfecting even the simplest teriyaki dish. Its flavor, texture, and shine cannot be substituted. This brewery has specialized exclusively in producing mirin since the Edo period, for over a quarter of a millennium. From time to time, this outstanding mirin brewery releases very limited blends and 3+ years of matured specials, so we recommend staying tuned as we will have it in stock!
- Only Koji, mochi rice, and shochu from the Mikawa region are used, making it authentic Hon-Mirin.
- The mirin offers elegant, well-rounded, and deep flavors with a high umami content.
- Its versatility allows for various cooking methods, including stewing, grilling, dressings, sauces, vegetables, and desserts, all benefiting from its perfect shine and sweetness.
- The main warehouse of the brewery is even registered as a National Tangible Cultural Property, emphasizing its rich history and heritage.
- Every ingredient used is 100% sourced from Japan, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity.
- A minimum of 1 year of maturation is required to develop a spot-on flavor.
- Their products are used for creating dishes in high-end restaurants such as Komago (3 Michelin stars), Gion Sasaki (3 Michelin stars) and Kashiwaya (3 Michelin stars)