{"product_id":"yuasa-kuyo-murasaki-premium-japanese-soy-sauce-200ml","title":"YUASA Kuyo Murasaki Premium Japanese Soy Sauce, 200 ml (Clearance)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Notice:  \u003c\/strong\u003eLimited availability for a short time only.  The current batch has a best before date of July 2026.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e As you may be aware, unopened soy sauce kept in cool condition can be in excellent condition well beyond the suggested best before dates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYuasa Kuyo Murasaki (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e九曜むらさき) is a premium Japanese soy sauce made with rare tamari collected during the fermentation of Kinzanji miso. Produced in Yuasa, Wakayama — a town closely associated with the origins of Japanese soy sauce. It offers deep savouriness, mellow saltiness, subtle sweetness and layered vegetable umami.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike an everyday cooking soy sauce, Kuyo Murasaki is best appreciated as a dipping or finishing sauce. Its rich aroma and smooth, lingering flavour make it especially suitable for sashimi, grilled meat, tofu, rice dishes, pickles and other preparations where the character of the soy sauce remains prominent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes Kuyo Murasaki Premium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuyo Murasaki is enriched with tamari naturally released during the fermentation of Kinzanji miso. Only a small amount of this flavourful liquid is produced, making it a rare ingredient that naturally limits the quantity of soy sauce that can be made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKinzanji miso is traditionally prepared with grains, soybeans and vegetables. Its tamari contributes more than saltiness, adding gentle sweetness, savoury depth and complex vegetable-derived umami. When blended with traditionally brewed soy sauce, it creates a fuller and more rounded flavour than a conventional commercial soy sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact 200 ml bottle is intended for thoughtful use as a premium seasoning, particularly in dishes where its distinctive aroma and layered flavour can be fully appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavour Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuyo Murasaki has a full-bodied soy aroma with deep savouriness, mellow saltiness and a smooth finish. Subtle sweetness and rich vegetable umami give the sauce a rounded, complex character without tasting harsh or excessively salty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has enough intensity to complement grilled meat and richly flavoured seafood, while remaining balanced enough for delicate ingredients such as sashimi, chilled tofu and steamed rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDipping and Finishing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe directly with sashimi, sushi, chilled tofu, steamed rice, dumplings, pickles and grilled vegetables. Begin with a small quantity so the sauce enhances the food without overpowering it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeat and Seafood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair with grilled beef, pork, chicken, fish, seafood or tataki. Its mellow sweetness and concentrated umami work particularly well with ingredients that have a rich or fatty character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDressings, Marinades and Sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse in vinaigrettes, dipping sauces, marinades and composed sauces where a deeper and more refined soy flavour is desired. It can complement both traditional Japanese cooking and contemporary Asian or Western dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin of Japanese Soy Sauce\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYuasa in Wakayama Prefecture is widely associated with the early development of soy sauce in Japan. According to local tradition, the story began with Kinzanji miso, a fermented mixture made with grains, soybeans and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring fermentation, a dark and savoury liquid naturally collected from the miso. This liquid, known as Kinzanji miso tamari, is traditionally regarded as a precursor to Japanese soy sauce. Kuyo Murasaki reflects this heritage by incorporating the rare tamari released during Kinzanji miso production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients and Allergens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kinzanji miso tamari (rice, barley, soybeans, gourd, sugar, glucose, salt, ginger, eggplant and shiso), soybeans, wheat, salt and alcohol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains soy, wheat and barley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is not gluten-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigerate after opening and keep the bottle tightly closed. 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