pure brew; genuine brewing
Refers to a product (especially sake or soy sauce) made by traditional, authentic brewing methods without added alcohol or artificial processes. Often used on labels to indicate quality.
This sake is a pure brew.
Pure-brewed soy sauce has a rich flavor.
Compound of 本 (ほん, 'true, genuine') and 醸造 (じょうぞう, 'brewing'). The term is used to distinguish traditionally brewed products from those made with shortcuts or additives.