Bottled each winter in a striking black flask, Hakkaisan “Kongoshin” Winter Black is a limited-edition Junmai Daiginjo from Niigata’s revered Hakkaisan Brewery. Crafted from top-tier Yamada Nishiki (and sometimes Gohyakuman-goku), polished to 40%, it's aged for two years at sub-zero temperatures (–3 °C) in snow-cooled cellars. This rare brew showcases pristine clarity and refined depth: silken with hints of orchard fruit, subtle florals, and restrained minerality. A true embodiment of “firm and stable mind” — bold, elegant, and timeless.