yuzu amazake 200g

Naturally fermented, unfiltered, live, gluten-free, vegan, handmade in Berlin

Our Yuzu Amazake is a fruity variation of Amazake. The Japanese yuzu fruit complements the mild sweetness of Amazake with its distinctive, unique fragrance and slightly tart aroma. Yuzu Amazake is made by fermenting steamed rice, koji rice, yuzu and a little water for one day. Fermentation with koji rice brings out a natural sweetness that is rich in oligosaccharides, antioxidants, B vitamins and enzymes, making it highly valued in Japan as a health elixir. Our Amazake is produced without yeast, making it alcohol-free and, of course, containing no added sweeteners or flavours.

Amazake is traditionally enjoyed warm and slightly diluted with water. It can be refined by adding ginger, lavender blossoms or mint. In summer, it can be mixed with tonic water and ice cubes to make a refreshing drink. This creamy rice porridge is also suitable as a base for homemade ice cream and smoothies, as well as a topping for yoghurt and muesli. It also serves as a high-quality vegan sweetener in desserts. With a little salt, you can also use yuzu amazake to pickle vegetables and prepare authentic tsukemono. Amazake is also used in soaps, scrubs and creams to enrich your beauty routine.

Amazake is a fermented drink with a natural sweetness that is produced without the addition of sugar. This traditional Japanese drink is made from rice and water, which are fermented together with koji rice for one day. During the fermentation process, the proteins and starch present in the rice are broken down by the active enzymes in the koji rice. This leads to the formation of various sugars, essential amino acids and the separation of water.

Koji-based amazake is non-alcoholic, which means it can be safely consumed by people of all ages, including babies, the elderly and those who cannot tolerate alcohol. The active enzymes contained in amazake help to break down proteins into amino acids and starch into glucose, which not only creates a unique taste (umami) but also promotes optimal digestion.

The history of amazake goes back over a thousand years and is mentioned in one of Japan's oldest history books, the ‘Nihonshoki’ (日本書紀). There it was celebrated as a sweet sake for deities. During the Edo period (1603-1868), amazake enjoyed great popularity as a favourite energising drink of the people. During the hot summer months, it was sold cheaply on the streets of Japan. This nutritious, fermented rice porridge strengthened the spirit and helped maintain bodily functions during the harsh hot months. Today, amazake is still an integral part of Japanese fermented food culture and is enjoyed throughout the year.

Rice* 72% (Piedmont), spring water (Hameln-Pyrmont), Yuzu 11% (Pyrénées-Orientales), A. oryzae

*72% of the ingredients are certified organic

DE-ÖKO-070 (organic control body)

Our Yuzu citrus fruits are untreated and not sprayed.

You can find out more about our raw materials here.

Our Yuzu Amazake has a best-before date of 4 months from bottling. We recommend storing Amazake in the refrigerator. Once opened, Yuzu Amazake can be kept refrigerated for about 2 weeks.

As we do not produce Yuzu Amazake every month, your Yuzu Amazake may not have a full six months' shelf life upon delivery.