{"title":"Ine to Agave","description":"\u003cp\u003eFounded in Oga City, Akita Prefecture, in 2021, Ine to Agave is a brewery producing distinctive craft sake through a combination of locally grown naturally cultivated rice, unique secondary ingredients such as hops and agave syrup, and innovative brewing techniques. Its founder, Shuhei Okazumi, is also one of the initiators of the Craft Sake Brewery Association, making him a key figure in pioneering this new category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/5349\/2103\/files\/5708590094026845509.jpg?v=1733147556\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIne to Agave is a rare brewery that is engaged not only in sake production, but also in community revitalization. Oga City in Akita has been facing severe depopulation, and much of the area had effectively become a shuttered shopping street. After launching the brewery, however, the team opened the ramen shop Ogaya and the food processing facility SANABURI FACTORY in 2023. By continuing to reopen once-closed storefronts throughout the area, they have been sharing the appeal of both the brewery and their hometown of Oga. With one original initiative after another, it would not be an exaggeration to say that Ine to Agave is one of the most distinctive breweries among the many sake and SAKE producers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/5349\/2103\/files\/18345373927839909684.jpg?v=1733147555\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:e5f79bb1-1088-485d-a633-9fa0c6faf11e-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"2733aa0a-e820-4082-adea-96e8d2ec3665\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-4-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eIne to Agave’s sake is made using pesticide-free, fertilizer-free rice grown in Akita Prefecture and spring water from Mount Kampu. Alongside its use of unconventional secondary ingredients, another major hallmark of the brewery is its commitment to brewing that fully harnesses the local natural environment. The rice, grown in collaboration with local farmers, is used with minimal polishing, sometimes as little as 90% remaining, allowing it to be turned into sake with virtually no waste. The brewery also places strong emphasis on developing products that make use of sake lees, promoting the reuse of byproducts and contributing to the growth of the regional economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/5349\/2103\/files\/18181112716038607451.jpg?v=1733147555\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"2204\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWith its combination of high-quality ingredients rooted in the local environment, an innovative craft sake approach, and a commitment to coexistence with and development of the local community, Ine to Agave has become a brewery helping to shape the future of SAKE. Their ambitions continue to expand, and it is safe to say that this is a brewery well worth watching in the years ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hanakaze-ine-hop","title":"Hanakaze Ine \u0026 Hop","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA Sake Brewed with Hops – A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sake is crafted using hops in the brewing process, bringing a unique twist to traditional sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma is vibrant and complex—notes of aloe, muscat, and green banana intertwine, followed by hints of pear, creating a dynamic bouquet of fragrances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, a gentle effervescence tingles, leading into a fruity essence reminiscent of grapefruit, complemented by a subtle bitterness. The milky richness of the rice melds beautifully with the herbal and citrusy notes of the hops. The finish is crisp and dry, with a pleasant lingering bitterness that enhances its balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the new world of hops and rice, where sake meets an unexpected yet harmonious fusion of flavors!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAKE Street - Craft SAKE Online Store","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":47893202469105,"sku":"SA-INE-HANAKAZE-720","price":75.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/8566\/4497\/files\/hanakaze-2025by_large_84b90cc7-0715-4fbe-971c-032215e576ab.webp?v=1773310853"},{"product_id":"hanakaze-shinpaku","title":"Hanakaze Shinpaku","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRich Floral Character and Rice Umami\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma is highly expressive, with notes of white grape and aloe, as well as herbal, aromatic nuances from the hops. A gentle aroma reminiscent of freshly cooked rice also sits softly in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, a faint effervescence lightly tickles the tongue. The first impression is a refreshing quality reminiscent of aloe drink, followed by gentle sweet umami from the rice, accompanied by herbal retronasal aromas. Fruit notes recalling white grape and citrus come together with a pleasant bitterness from the hops, leading to a long finish. This is a limited-edition Hanakaze that also offers satisfying depth of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it first well chilled. It is also recommended slightly warmed. Suitable for a wide range of occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e豊かなフローラルさとお米の旨味\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e香りは非常に華やか、白葡萄やアロエ、ホップ由来のハーバルでアロマティックな香り、お米を炊いたような香りもそっと寄り添います。\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e口に含むと僅かに舌をくすぐる発泡感。アロエドリンクのような爽やかさを第一印象に、ハーバルな含み香と共にお米の優しい甘旨味が広がります。白葡萄や柑橘を思わせるような果実味が合わさり、ホップの心地よい苦味と共に余韻長いフィニッシュ。味わいの濃さも楽しめる限定花風です。\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eまずは冷酒で、少し燗していただくのもおすすめ！様々なシチュエーションでお楽しみください。\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAKE Street - Craft SAKE Online Store","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":48343848157425,"sku":"SA-INE-HANAKAZE-SHINPAKU-720","price":78.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/8566\/4497\/files\/craft-inetohop-hanakaze-shinpaku-2025by_large_1448bf34-eeaf-41d1-afb9-f1cf16d64ae7.webp?v=1782343095"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/8566\/4497\/collections\/inetoagave-logo.webp?v=1774143345","url":"https:\/\/sakestreet.sg\/collections\/ine-to-agave.oembed","provider":"SAKE Street - Craft SAKE Online Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}