The Secret of "Fourteen Generations, Seven Hangings, Twenty Strings of Cash": Unveiling the Extraordinary Craftsmanship and Value Behind the Name | Chunxiang Wine Shop
When you gaze at the label of "Fourteen Generations of Seven Treasures, Twenty Kan," what do you see? Perhaps a few beautiful Chinese characters, or perhaps a symbol of the pinnacle of Japanese sake. But in the eyes of [ Chunxiang Sake Shop ], what we see is a story of craftsmanship that "disregards cost and pursues perfection."
This is more than just a bottle of sake; it's a liquid work of art. Today, let's unveil the mystery behind this enigmatic name and understand why its value far surpasses that of ordinary sake.
Chapter 1: Deconstructing the Name – The Literal Code of “Seven Hangings and Twenty Strings of Cash”
This poetic name actually originates from an extremely rigorous, even luxurious, brewing standard.
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"Nijikkan": "Kan" is an ancient Japanese unit of weight, and 20 kan is approximately equal to 75 kilograms. This represents the amount of rice used to brew this sake.
- "Shichitare": "Shichitare" means dripping. "Shichitare" does not literally mean only seven drops, but is an extreme literary metaphor, meaning that from these 75 kilograms of top-grade rice, only the most essential and precious drops of sake will ultimately be extracted and collected.
Taken together, "Seven Hangings and Twenty Strings of Cash" means: using a vast amount of top-quality raw materials, only the most essential parts are extracted . This phrase itself is a promise of the ultimate in quality.
Chapter Two: Brewing Techniques – The Gentle Asceticism of "Bukudari"
The promise behind the name requires an almost ascetic brewing process to realize – this is **"Fukuro-tsuri" , also known as "Shizuku-zake"**.
Imagine this:
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Abandoning pressing: Traditional sake uses machines to press the fermented mash to extract the sake. However, "Shichitsubashi 20 Kan" completely abandons any external force.
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Gentle dripping: The winemaker hangs up cloth bags filled with mash one by one, allowing the wine to drip naturally, drop by drop, under its own weight in an extremely low-temperature environment, without any pressure.
- The Art of Time: This process is extremely slow and time-consuming, yielding very little wine. But it is precisely this gentle approach that ensures the extracted wine is free of impurities, preserving its purest, most exquisite aromas and silky smooth texture.
This process is a complete betrayal of efficiency, yet it is the highest tribute to flavor. This is the fundamental reason why "Seven Hanging Twenty Strings" has such a pure taste and such a bold aroma.
Chapter 3: The Philosophy of Appreciation – Why is it considered a work of art?
Takagi Shuzo (the brewery of Juyondai) conveys a brewing philosophy to the world through "Shichitsurai 20kan": the value of sake comes from absolute focus on every detail.
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Flavor profile: When you drink "Seven Drops and Twenty Strings", you can feel the gorgeous aroma of honeydew melon, white peach and tropical fruit. After drinking it, you will be surprised by its clarity and cleanliness, with a long aftertaste and endless layers of flavor.
- Collectible Value: Because of the craftsmanship and extremely limited production, each well-preserved bottle of "Shichitsubashi 20 Kan" is more than just a beverage. It embodies the brewer's dedication, the passage of time, and the pinnacle of Japanese sake craftsmanship. It is an art collectible that appreciates in value over time.
We appreciate your treasured collection.
Every bottle of "14th Generation Seven Hanging Twenty Strings" that reaches your hands has undergone an extraordinary journey. Its value lies not only in its market price, but also in the craftsmanship and the weight of time it embodies.
At [ Chunxiang Wine Shop ], we not only offer fair buyback prices, but we also respect the story and value behind each bottle of fine wine.
If you are interested in understanding the market value of your treasured "14th Generation" wine, or considering finding a new collector who appreciates it, the professional team at [ Chunxiang Wine Shop ] is happy to provide you with free appraisal and valuation services . Let us treat your collection with the same respect.
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