Alcoholic Beverage | Vegetarian Gluten Free

Plum Wine

Prunus mume Allergens: Sulfites
Plum Wine

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rosaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Ume plums, Rice liquor, Sugar

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A sweet, often low-alcohol fruit wine made from ume plums, popular in East Asian cuisine for drinking and cooking.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Fruity, Tart, Umami hints
TextureSmooth, Viscous
AromaFloral, Fruity, Almond
AcidityMedium

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 100ml
Calories140
Total Fat0g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein0g
Total Carbohydrate15g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars15g
Calcium5mg
Iron0.1mg
Potassium10mg

Chef’s Secret

Reduce plum wine slightly before adding to glazes or sauces to intensify its sweet and tangy flavor profile.

Substitutions

Best Match

Mirin

1:1

Good for adding sweetness and umami to savory dishes, less fruity.

Sake + Sugar

1:1 + 1 tsp sugar per 100ml

Provides similar alcohol and sweetness for cooking, lacks complex fruit notes.

White Wine + Plum/Apricot Jam

1:1 + 1 tsp jam per 100ml

Offers acidity and fruitiness for cocktails or desserts, adjust sweetness.

Sweet Vermouth

1:1

Similar sweetness and aromatic complexity, but with different botanical notes.

Buying Guide

Look for "Umeshu" for authentic Japanese plum wine. Check alcohol content and sweetness level for preferred use.

Flavor Pairings

Pork Duck Chocolate Cheese Desserts Grilled Fish Stir-fries.