True Kibi-su | Naturally Fermented Vinegar from Amami Heirloom Sugarcane!

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■ 3 Key Points of This Article

This is a traditional fermented beverage made by naturally fermenting the juice of rare heirloom sugarcane grown on Kakeroma Island in the Amami archipelago, using only the power of indigenous bacteria.

It has a lower acidity and a milder taste than general table vinegar, making it easy to drink. It also contains less salt and is richer in minerals and polyphenols compared to rice vinegar.

Beyond its use as a beverage, it excels as a seasoning that brings out the inherent flavors of ingredients, condensing the blessings of nature that support daily longevity and health.

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■ Q. What are the ingredients, effects, and delicious uses for Naturally Fermented Vinegar from Amami Heirloom Sugarcane?

■ Traditional Production Method of Kakeroma Island, Alive with 400 Years of History

[Key Point: Using heirloom sugarcane grown in the rich environment of a World Natural Heritage site, it is fermented and matured by the power of nature alone without any additives.]

■ A Body-Friendly Alkaline Food Rich in Minerals and Low in Salt

[Key Point: The nutritional value, such as polyphenols, increases during the fermentation process. Its greatest feature is the mild mouthfeel that allows even those who dislike vinegar to continue daily.]

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Hello! This is Tenbusu Organic Market.

Today, we introduce “True Kibi-su,” an extremely precious naturally fermented beverage from Kakeroma Island in the Amami archipelago, known as a World Natural Heritage island. Kibi-su (sugarcane vinegar) is a traditional fermented food said to have supported longevity in the Amami region since the era of sugarcane cultivation about 400 years ago.

The greatest feature of this vinegar lies in its rare production process. Using only the juice of heirloom sugarcane nurtured in a warm climate as the raw material, it is naturally fermented solely by the power of indigenous bacteria present in the air. By continuing to make it carefully over time using traditional methods without any chemical assistance, the energy of nature is locked directly into each bottle.

It is also exceptionally superior in terms of nutrition. It contains less salt than general rice vinegar, and mineral components such as polyphenols are stored abundantly during the fermentation process. For those conscious of maintaining health, it is an ideal alkaline food that is easy to incorporate into daily habits. Furthermore, it has little of the sharp irritation characteristic of table vinegar, and due to its low acidity, it is popular for its surprisingly mild and easy-to-drink mouthfeel.

Its uses range from beverages to cooking. Beyond enjoying it as a health drink diluted with water, juice, or amazake, it dramatically enhances the taste of ingredients as a seasoning. While black vinegar is suitable for strongly flavored dishes, kibi-su does not interfere with the delicate flavors of materials, making it ideal for dressed dishes and pickles. In particular, when eating sashimi, mixing soy sauce and kibi-su in a 1:1 ratio suppresses the fishiness and allows you to enjoy a refreshing, exquisite taste.

True Kibi-su condenses the nature of Amami and the wisdom of ancestors. As it contains no additives such as preservatives, you can consume it with peace of mind. Please try incorporating this traditional taste into your dining table as a new health habit to tune your body from the inside out.

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■ Product Specifications

・Product Name: True Kibi-su (Naturally Fermented Vinegar from Amami Heirloom Sugarcane)

・Origin: Kakeroma Island, Amami Archipelago, Kagoshima Prefecture

・Production Method: Natural fermentation by indigenous bacteria, traditional wood-firing and maturation

・Component Characteristics: Low acidity, low irritation, contains polyphenols and minerals

・Salt Content: Lower salt compared to rice vinegar, etc.

・Usage: Diluted with water or amazake, dressings, as a mixer for sashimi soy sauce

・Recommended Points: No preservatives, no additives, uses only heirloom varieties

・Ingredients: Heirloom Sugarcane (Kakeroma Island Thick-stem variety)

・Net Weight: 500ml

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