MINABE No.3 Ginjo Ume | Double Plum Low-Sugar Dry Style

Double Nanko Plum × 1/3 Sugar | Pioneering the Low-Sugar Plum Wine Movement

Designed for those pursuing both health and ultimate fruit character! "No.3 Ginjo Ume" luxuriously features double the amount of Wakayama ripe Nanko plums while reducing sugar to just one-third (1/3) of standard umeshu — pioneering a new low-sugar plum wine movement.

Built on a Japanese Shochu base accented with honey, this expression delivers vivid acidity and a light, plum-forward palate — Wakayama Nanko plum's natural acidic fragrance released in full, precisely balancing the plum's tart character with a subtle sweetness. Breaking convention, this umeshu is recommended for connoisseurs who pursue low-sugar diets and love rich fruit aromatics with pure acidity. The premier choice for low-sugar diet enthusiasts, health-conscious sipping, tart umeshu lovers, and light-fare pairing — for the modern connoisseur mindful of health and dietary control, a pure experience of plum's original character.

Core Brewing Character | The New Wave of Healthy, Light Craftsmanship

• Double Nanko Plum:Luxuriously features double the amount of Wakayama ripe Nanko plums, releasing richer natural plum acidity — a pure experience of plum's original character
• 1/3 Sugar Low-Sugar Recipe:Sugar reduced to one-third of standard umeshu, pioneering the low-sugar plum wine movement — healthy, guilt-free indulgence
• Japanese Shochu Base × Honey Accent:Built on pure Japanese Shochu and accented with honey, expressing vivid acidity and a light plum-forward profile

Tasting Notes

• Nose:Crystal-clear, opening with rich double Nanko plum, gentle honey, and crisp Shochu freshness
• Palate:Vivid acidity, light texture, mid-palate revealing the precise balance of natural Nanko plum tartness and subtle honey sweetness — pure plum-forward character
• Finish:Crisp and clean, plum acidity with gentle honey lingering — a healthy, guilt-free finish

Recommended Serving

• Chilled (5–10°C):The ideal serving temperature for umeshu — expressing double Nanko plum's vivid acidity and light texture
• On the Rocks:A slowly melting large ice cube releases more plum aromatics and honey warmth
• Sparkling Water Cocktail:Diluted with sparkling water for a low-ABV plum spritz — the premier choice for healthy summer sipping
• Light Food Pairing:Pairs with light fare, fresh salads, and Mediterranean cuisine — healthy and guilt-free

Specifications

• Brand:MINABE CRAFT UMESHU (Minabe Town, Wakayama Prefecture)
• Series:No.3 Ginjo Ume
• Ingredients:Japanese Shochu, Wakayama ripe Nanko plum, sugar, honey
• ABV:12%
• Features:2× plum content, 1/3 sugar reduction, no artificial flavorings
• Volume:720ml

Pioneering the low-sugar plum wine movement — for low-sugar diet enthusiasts, health-conscious sippers, tart umeshu lovers, and modern connoisseurs mindful of dietary control.