noun
true mirin; mirin containing alcohol
Refers to traditional mirin with alcohol content, as opposed to mirin-like condiments (みりん風調味料) that contain little or no alcohol.
See also: 味醂
本みりんは料理に深い甘みと照りを加える。
True mirin adds deep sweetness and gloss to dishes.
レシピには本みりんを使うように書いてある。
The recipe says to use true mirin.
A mirin-like seasoning with little or no alcohol, often used as a cheaper substitute. 本みりん is the real alcoholic product.
Compound of 本 (hon, 'true') and みりん (mirin), distinguishing it from non-alcoholic mirin-like seasonings.