18 YEAR AGED BLACK HON MIRIN 180ml
18 YEAR AGED HON MIRIN 180ml
Origin: Japan
This extraordinary 18-year aged hon mirin from Kankyo Shuzou represents a remarkable discovery in Japanese culinary history. Originally forgotten in the brewery's cellar for a decade, this happy accident has evolved into one of Japan's most exceptional cooking wines. Unlike conventional mirin with added sugars, this pure rice wine develops its complex sweetness naturally through extended ageing, resulting in a deep black colour as the rice oxidises over two decades.
This premium mirin offers an incredibly rich flavour profile with pronounced notes of black sugar, rum and raisin, and a velvety smooth finish. The remarkable depth and complexity achieved through its 18-year maturation creates a culinary treasure that brings unparalleled umami richness to both traditional and contemporary dishes.
Use sparingly to elevate dashi broths, glazes, and marinades where you desire extraordinary depth. Add a few drops to finish sauces or drizzle over grilled fish for elegant complexity. Its concentrated flavour means a little goes a remarkably long way, making it an economical luxury for the discerning home chef.
Producer: Kankyo Shuzou maintains traditional brewing methods dating back generations, using only the finest glutinous rice, koji, and shochu. Their accidental discovery of extended ageing has revolutionised their approach to mirin production, creating this uniquely precious culinary treasure through patience and respect for natural fermentation processes that begin with koji-inoculated rice.
Net: 180ml
Vol: 14% ABV
Allergens: Contains rice. Produced in a facility that handles wheat.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PHOTO IS OF THE 20-MONTH NOT THE 18-MONTH
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ORDER DEADLINES
For delivery on or before 23/12/25: Midnight, 18/12/25
For delivery between Christmas & New Year's Eve: Midnight, 27/12/25
Delivery slots are limited. Early booking is strongly recommended.
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FRESH TRUFFLES
Your truffles will be harvested as close to Christmas as possible to offer the longest shelf life and the freshest product. We fly them in from Europe early each morning on the same days we dispatch them to you.
Last available pre-Christmas delivery is 23rd December. The truffles will be good for a minimum of 6 days; any longer may impact your enjoyment. PLEASE notify us via email if you need them for the exact delivery day you requested, or consider receiving them a day earlier if that date is available.
As always with fresh truffles, they are best eaten as soon as possible to enjoy maximum aroma.
Please note: White truffles will not be available for delivery between Christmas & New Year's Eve. Instead, please order fresh black truffles.
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Certain products (subject to availability) can be ordered for delivery on 30/12/25.
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