Kono Pure Akasu (Red Vinegar), 275ml Kono's Pure Akasu is a premium Japanese red vinegar, meticulously aged for three years to develop a rich, umami flavor with subtle sweetness and balanced acidity. Made from fermented sake lees, this traditional vinegar imparts a distinctive reddish-brown hue to sushi rice, a hallmark of authentic Edomae sushi craftsmanship. How to Use Warm gently with sugar and salt and fold through freshly cooked rice to make the deep amber shari used in Edomae-style sushi, where the vinegar's own colour and umami stand in for some of the sugar a lighter rice vinegar needs. It also makes a rounded, savoury base for dressings, marinades and simmered dishes wherever a more complex, aged vinegar is wanted. About Kono Vinegar Brewery Established in Japan, Kono Vinegar Brewery has a longstanding tradition of producing high-quality vinegars. Their dedication to time-honored fermentation techniques ensures each bottle delivers exceptional taste and authenticity. 赤酢 Akazu Spec Prefecture: Japan Storage Store in a cool, dark cupboard away from direct heat and sunlight. Vinegar is naturally self-preserving, so it keeps well for a long time unopened or opened; simply keep the cap on tightly to protect its aroma.