BRINGING FLAVOUR TO LIFE
AT MIZKAN WE HAVE A VERY SIMPLE AIM, TO CRAFT JAPANESE VINEGARS AND SEASONINGS THAT BRING FLAVOUR TO LIFE
Pioneering creativity has been at the heart of the Mizkan story since 1804. Our beginnings start with our founder, a humble sake brewer. He started making vinegar with left over lees from sake brewing, creating richer umami flavours with tangy acidity that harmoniously balance with sushi rice and cooking ingredients. Even today, through 9 generations, the Nakano family continues to craft ingredients that embody true Japanese flavours.
TOGETHER WITH YOU, THE CRAFT CONTINUES
OUR BRAND
The logo of the Mizkan Group is inspired by the Global company vision of “bringing flavour to life”.
The logo, based on the Matazaemon Nakano family crest, shows three bars representing flavour, aroma and consistency, while the circle represents the perfect balance of these characteristics in each of the condiments.
The Mizkan name and corporate logo reflect the proud heritage and tradition borne out of 220 years of ownership and market leadership of the categories in which it competes.
HARMONY / AROMA / TANG / TASTE /
OUR VINEGARS
JAPANESEVINEGAR BRAND*
PRODUCT
VINEGAR
BASE
FLAVOUR PROFILE
RICE SAKE CAKE SPIRIT
GRAIN (WHEAT, RICE & CORN) SAKE CAKE SPIRIT
RICE
RICE SPIRIT
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
SWEET AROMA OF RICE WITH UMAMI FROM SAKE CAKE, A MILD AND CLEAN FINISH A LIGHT AND MILD TASTE WITH A DEPTH OF FLAVOUR FROM SAKE CAKE
RICH AROMA WITH A MELLOW YET FULL BODIED FLAVOUR
A BLEND OF SPIRIT AND RICE VINEGAR WITH A LIGHT AND TANGY TASTE, PERFECT FOR ANY TYPE OF RECIPE.
VINEGAR FLAVOUR MAP
SHARP
SPIRIT
SHARP AND SOUR TASTE & NO FLAVOUR
ACIDITY
MILD
WEAK
SAKE CAKE
WELL DEFINED ACIDITY & TASTE FROM SAKE CAKE
GRAIN
SIMPLE & NATURAL TASTE FROM WELLBALANCED WHEAT, SAKE CAKE & CORN
RICE
MILD TASTE CAPTURING THE FLAVOUR AND AROMA OF RICE
BROWN RICE
UNIQUE RICE FLAVOUR FROM THE AMINO ACIDS IN BROWN RICE
FLAVOUR
STRONG
SHIRAGIKU
SPIRIT VINEGAR BREWED
WITH RICE &
SAKE CAKE
Shiragiku vinegar is brewed with seasonal sake lees for a deeper umami flavour. Crafted for chefs by the No.1 Vinegar Japanese Brand.
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SHIRAGIKU SUSHI RICE
SHIRAGIKU SEA BREAM CRUDO
SHIRAGIKU JAPANESE SALAD
SHIRAGIKU PICKLED VEGETABLES
WHY MIZKAN SHIRAGIKU?
• Premium vinegar brewed with seasonal sake lees .
• Deep umami flavour with mellow acidity and sweet roundedness .
• Enhances flavours in dishes by complementing paired and layered ingredients.
MIZKAN CHEFS’ TIPS:
• Shiragiku adds a refined umami tang when brewed into light sauces like dressings.
• Replace malt or wine vinegars with Shiragiku for a lighter, cleaner taste.
• Pair with soy sauce for a distinct Japanese flavour that cuts though fish and oily food.
• Ideal for light pickling, curing, and creating a sweet-sour flavour with Honteri.
THE PERFECT BALANCE
Follow the below guide for how to perfectly season your sushi rice. Please adjust the balance to better suit personal preferences.
SALT: 27G 138 ML
COOKED RICE 2.2KG
SUGAR: 87G
UNCOOKED RICE 1KG
SUEHIRO
SPIRIT VINEGAR BREWED
WITH GRAINS & SAKE CAKE
A spirit vinegar with a light and mild taste, made from grains, rice, and sake cake.
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SALAD DRESSINGS
* Source: JustOneCookbook.com
WHY MIZKAN SUEHIRO?
• High-quality vinegar brewed with grains and sake lees .
• Balanced umami flavour with a light, refreshing aroma.
• Suehiro is a versatile replacement for wine and malt vinegars .
MIZKAN CHEFS’ TIPS:
• Perfect for light sauces, dressings, and marinades.
• Use in various dishes to add a subtle, clean flavour.
THE PERFECT BALANCE
Follow the below guide for how to perfectly season your sushi rice. Please adjust the balance to better suit personal preferences.
SALT: 27G 138 ML
SUGAR: 87G
1KG
SUEHIRO SUSHI RICE
SUEHIRO PICKLED VEGETABLES
SUEHIRO HAMACHI CRUDO*
COOKED RICE 2.2KG
UNCOOKED RICE
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SUSHI SEASONING
PRE-BLENDED BY OUR TASTE EXPERTS AND READY FOR USE. SIMPLY MIX WITH COOKED RICE TO MAKE DELICIOUS
SUSHI RICE
Sushi seasoning is typically made from the following three ingredients. Each ingredient is simple, so their quality and balance is very important to making tasty sushi.
The most popular sushi seasoning in Japan
• Perfect blend of acidity, sweetness, and salt.
• Simply mix with cooked rice for delicious sushi rice.
VINEGAR ACIDITY SUGAR SWEETNESS SALT SALTINESS +
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Sushi seasoning for chilled sushi
• Prevents deterioration of chilled rice.
• Mix with cooked rice for perfect sushi rice.
SEASONED SUSHI RICE
THE PERFECT BALANCE
Follow the below guide for how to perfectly season your sushi rice. Please adjust the balance to better suit personal preferences.
COOKED RICE 2.2KG
RICE
SUSHI
HONTERI
LOW ALCOHOL MIRIN-STYLE SWEET SEASONING
With less than 0.5% alcohol, Mizkan Honteri allows you to add mirin sweetness and depth of flavour to your creations without having to boil first. Crafted for versatility.
HONTERI TEMPURA DIPPING SAUCE WITH FRIED PRAWNS
HONTERI GLAZED SALMON
HONTERI CARAMEL SAUCE
WHY MIZKAN HONTERI?
• Honteri offers mirin-like sweetness and depth with less than 0.5% alcohol, requiring no boiling .
• It delivers sweet umami flavour notes, enhancing complexity and depth.
• As a 1:1 replacement for sugar , Honteri caramelises faster and is less prone to burning or crystallising.
• Honteri can also be used to add firmer texture to vegetables and fish.
MIZKAN CHEFS’ TIPS:
• Use in place of mirin without needing to remove alcohol.
• Substitute for sugar syrups and honey, great for glazing and caramelising.
• Enhance stocks, sauces, and broths with added umami depth.
• Ideal for creating glossy, firm textures in proteins and as a base for savoury glazes and dipping sauces.
CHICKEN TERIYAKI
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HONTERI AND MIRIN
As mirin contains alcohol, it typically needs to be brought to boil when cooking, to evaporate the alcohol off.
Unlike mirin, Honteri contains minimal alcohol meaning the evaporation step can be skipped, providing chefs with more time to spend elsewhere in the kitchen.
ADVANTAGES OF HONTERI, IT SAVES YOU...
70ML
HONTERI
LESS AMOUNT OF ALCOHOL NO EVAPORATION NEEDED
70ML
70ML
YUZU PONZU
PREMIUM PONZU CONTAINING 4% PURE YUZU JUICE
Our Yuzu Ponzu recipe balances acidity and sweetness with umami notes.
A versatile premium sauce with citrus yuzu juice.
Crafted by the No.1 Ponzu maker in Japan.
WHY MIZKAN YUZU PONZU?
• High-quality product with fresh citrus notes and rich flavour.
• Equivalent to homemade Ponzu but with less effort, lower costs, and consistent performance , allowing chefs more time elsewhere in the kitchen.
• Made from Yuzu , a citrus fruit highly esteemed in Japan and East Asia for its intense fragrance and sweet-sharp taste , reminiscent of both oranges and lemons.
MIZKAN CHEFS’ TIPS:
• Mix with mayo, sweet chilli sauce, or hollandaise for Japanese-inspired flavours.
• Enhance soy bases or use as a unique alternative in dressings.
• Ideal for recipes needing umami depth and citrus sharpness.
• Use as a marinade to tenderize proteins with citrus and umami flavours.
• Enjoy as a dipping sauce for gyoza or seafood such as oysters and fish bites.
SALAD WITH YUZU PONZU
TATAKI SALMON WITH YUZU PONZU
MUSSELS WITH YUZU PONZU
GYOZA WITH YUZU PONZU
PRODUCT PORTFOLIO
CHARACTERISTICS INGREDIENTS SPECIFICATIONS
A mild and full taste vinegar which captures the flavour and aroma of rice and sake cake. Perfect for sushi and it is one of the most popular Japanese vinegar brands in the markets of Europe, Asia, and the United States.
Spirit Vinegar (Water, Rice Extract, Alcohol, Sake Cake Extract, Spirit Vinegar), Salt. 4.5% Acidity.
Size: 20L
Case dimensions: 344 x 259 x 294mm
Gross weight: 21.47kg
Units per pallet: 36
Shelf life: 365 days
Size: 4 x 1.8 L
Case dimensions: 275 x 190 x 257mm
Gross weight: 8.09kg
Units per pallet: 64
Shelf life: 540 days
SUEHIRO
A light and mild taste vinegar which of grain and sake cake. Good not only for sushi but also for all types of Japanese, Chinese & Western cuisine.
Spirit Vinegar (Water, Grains Extract (contains Wheat), Alcohol, Sake Cake Extract, Spirit Vinegar), S alt. Acidity 4.2%
Size: 20L
Case dimensions: 344 x 259 x 294mm
Gross weight: 21.3kg
Units per pallet: 36
Shelf life: 365 days
CHARACTERISTICS INGREDIENTS
A vinegar made from rice only with a rich aroma with a mellow yet full-bodied flavour.
Rice Vinegar, Salt. 4.2% Acidity.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size: 20L
Case dimensions: 344 x 259 x 294mm
Gross weight: 21.3kg
Units per pallet: 36
Shelf life: 365 days
A blend of spirit and rice vinegar with a light and tangy taste perfect for any type of recipe.
Spirit Vinegar, Rice Vinegar, Water, Demerara Sugar, Salt.
Size: 18L
Case dimensions: 313 x 259 x 294mm
Gross weight: 19.1kg
Units per pallet: 48
Shelf life: 730 days
A rice vinegar made from rice only with a rich aroma yet full-bodied flavour.
Rice Vinegar. 5% Acidity.
Size 6 x 568ml
Case dimensions: 236 x 158 x 50mm
Gross weight: 5.17kg
Cases per pallet: 120
Shelf life: 730 days
Size: 6 x 275ml
Case dimensions: 191 x 128 x 50mm
Gross weight: 2.63kg
Cases per pallet: 252
Shelf life: 730 days
SUSHI SEASONING
CHARACTERISTICS INGREDIENTS
The most popular sushi seasoning recipe in Japan. A convenient vinegar seasoning with the perfect blend of acidity, sweetness and salt. Simply mix with cooked rice to make delicious sushi rice.
Sugar, Spirit Vinegar, Rice Vinegar, Salt, Demerara Sugar.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size: 18L
Case dimensions: 313 x 259 x 294mm
Gross weight: 24.49kg
Units per pallet: 48
Shelf life: 365 days
The ideal sushi seasoning for chilled sushi. A convenient vinegar seasoning with the perfect blend to prevent deterioration of chilled rice. Simply mix with cooked rice to make delicious sushi rice.
Sugar, Spirit Vinegar, Water, Rice Vinegar, Salt, Fructose - Glucose Syrup, Cane Molasses.
Seasoned with sake cake and kelp to add a deep umami flavour. Perfect for seasoning sushi rice, or for adding a special touch to any rice dish.
Spirit Vinegar (water, rice extract, alcohol, sake cake extract, spirit vinegar) , Sugar, Salt, Water, Kelp Extract.
Size: 18L
Case dimensions: 313 x 259 x 294mm
Gross weight: 22.23kg
Units per pallet: 48
Shelf life: 365 days
Size : 6 x 568ml
Case dimensions: 236 x 158 x 50mm
Gross weight: 5.92kg
Cases per pallet: 120
Shelf life: 540 days
Size 6 x 275ml
Case dimensions: 191 x 128 x 50mm
Gross weight: 2.99kg
Cases per pallet: 252
Shelf life: 540 days
MIRIN-STYLE
SEASONING
PRODUCT HONTERI YUZU PONZU
CHARACTERISTICS INGREDIENTS
A versatile mirin-style sweet seasoning. Fermented rice is used to add sweetness and depth of flavour. Use for meat or seafood as a marinade or glaze, or add as a finishing touch to any sauces, dressings or soup bases.
Glucose Syrup, Water, Spirit Vinegar, Fermented Rice Alcohol (water, rice, alcohol, salt, rice malt) , Sugar, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid, Cane Molasses.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size: 18L
Case dimensions: 313 x 259 x 294mm
Gross weight: 23.15kg
Units per pallet: 48
Shelf life: 365 days
Size 4 x 1.8L
Case dimensions: 275 x 190 x 257mm
Gross weight: 9.76kg
Cases per pallet: 64
Shelf life: 540 days
Size: 6 x 568ml
Case dimensions: 236 x 158 x 50mm
Gross weight: 5.98kg
Cases per pallet: 120
Shelf life: 548 days
Size 6 x 275ml
Case dimensions: 191 x 128 x 50mm
Gross weight: 3.03kg
Cases per pallet: 252
Shelf life: 548 days
A versatile premium ponzu sauce with a fresh citrus yuzu juice for dips, dressing, marinades, glazes and sauces.
Water, Soy Sauce (26%) (water, soy beans, salt, spirit vinegar), Sugar, Spirit Vinegar, Yuzu Juice (4%), Salt, Yeast Extract, Concentrated Lime Juice, Concentrated Orange Juice, Acidity Regulator (citric acid), Colour (plain caramel), Natural Flavouring.
Size: 4 x 1.8L
Case dimensions: 275 x 190 x 257mm
Gross weight: 9.25kg
Cases per pallet: 64
Shelf life: 365 days
Size: 6 x 275ml
Case dimensions: 191 x 128 x 50mm
Gross weight: 3kg
Cases per pallet: 252
Shelf life: 540 days
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