Roumei Organic Pure Rice Vinegar is brewed exclusively from domestically produced, organically cultivated rice. It is certified under the JAS Organic standard.
Vinegar produced through static fermentation has a mellow and rich acidity.
Additionally, it features a refreshing, fruity aroma characteristic of high-quality rice vinegar, without the typical "mure aroma" often found in rice vinegars.
The raw materials are 100% domestically grown, organic rice.
This organic pure rice vinegar is carefully brewed using traditional methods, resulting in a fragrant and mellow product.
All the rice used as raw material for Roumei is domestically produced and organically cultivated, with no use of chemical synthetic pesticides, chemical fertilizers, or genetic modification techniques.
To produce vinegar from rice, it first requires the creation of "sake." This "sake" is made by hand following the traditional Japanese method called "Sandan Shikomi" (three-stage brewing).
By fermenting the "sake" again, it becomes vinegar. The fermentation from "sake" to vinegar is carried out using an ancient method called static fermentation, which takes approximately three months to convert 5,000 liters of sake into vinegar. While this process is not suitable for mass production, it results in a refined product with a gentle acidity.
This pure rice vinegar enhances the ingredients and envelops them with a gentle acidity. It can be used not only in Japanese cuisine but also in various other dishes.
◆ About Kawara Vinegar Manufacturing
Currently, most vinegars on the market are primarily made with brewing alcohol. The fermentation process is often accelerated mechanically, completing what would normally take several months in a matter of moments. While this method offers advantages in efficiency and cost, many people are unaware of the true flavor of vinegar.
Kawara Vinegar Manufacturing produces sake solely from rice, then ferments this sake again to produce vinegar.
Both sake brewing and vinegar production are carried out using traditional methods, taking time to preserve the flavor of the rice and produce a rich-tasting vinegar.
Additionally, about one-third of the raw materials are cultivated in-house. These are certified organic and grown without any pesticides.
◆ Brewing
Vinegar is said to be the oldest seasoning, existing since ancient times. Around the world, crops suited to the local climate and terrain have been used to produce sake, which in turn has been used to produce vinegar.
Many people are unaware of what raw materials are used to make vinegar or how it is produced. Mass-produced vinegar on the market today often sacrifices the original aroma and flavor of vinegar for lower cost. In a time when a variety of seasonings are available, the role of vinegar may be quite limited.
However, we encourage you to try vinegar made with carefully selected high-quality raw materials and traditional, time-consuming methods. It offers a mellow flavor that mass-produced varieties lack.
If you dislike the sharp acidity of typical vinegar or experience choking when eating vinegared dishes, try Roumei. Its gentle and rich acidity can change your impression of vinegar.
Furthermore, many people dislike the distinctive "mure aroma" derived from rice, which can cause some to avoid pure rice vinegar. Roumei has no mure aroma and features a fruity, refreshing scent. When enjoyed in simple vinegared dishes where the flavor of vinegar is directly noticeable, the difference becomes quite clear.
Properly utilizing vinegar's acidity can greatly expand your culinary options. While some believe that dishes must be heavily seasoned to be delicious, we do not deny that rich flavors are appealing. However, excessive intake of sugar, salt, and oil can harm health.
We hope you will incorporate vinegar's acidity to add depth to your dishes. Just a small amount of vinegar added at the end of stir-frying or simmering meat, fish, or vegetables can significantly improve the result.
■ Product Name: Organic Pure Rice Vinegar, Domestic Old Plum, 900ml, JAS Organic
■ Content Volume: 900ml
■ Acidity: 4.5%
■ Ingredients: Organic cultivated rice (domestic)
■ Manufacturer or Seller: Gomei Kawara Vinegar Co., Ltd.
■ Category: Food, JAS Organic
■ Country of Manufacture: Japan
■ Best Before: 2 years from the manufacturing date
*Please note that the actual shelf life of the product delivered may be shorter depending on stock status.
■ Storage Instructions: Store at room temperature, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperatures. After opening, refrigeration is recommended.
【Disclaimer】
*The listed expiration date indicates the number of days from manufacturing. For the actual date, please inquire.
*Since inventory is shared with our website, there may be times when the product is out of stock, special order, or canceled.
*Due to product renewal, packaging or contents may differ slightly from the product delivered.
*Mail delivery is via postal box. Cash on delivery is not available. Due to thickness restrictions (3cm or less), packaging is simplified.
We are not responsible for external damage to the packaging.
Product Number: roubaisu900