What is A5 wagyu? Japan’s most marbled beef
What wagyu means
Wagyu means “Japanese cow”. These are native Japanese breeds, such as Kuroge Washu (Japanese Black), raised with careful feeding and handling.
What A5 means
The letter indicates the meat yield per carcass (A, B or C) and the number the quality according to marbling, colour, firmness and fat shine (from 1 to 5). A5 is the highest level on both counts.
The letter indicates the meat yield per carcass (A, B or C) and the number the quality according to marbling, colour, firmness and fat shine (from 1 to 5).
Marbling and flavour
Intramuscular fat melts at a low temperature, giving juiciness and a sweet, buttery taste. Because of its richness it is served in small portions, grilled or seared, very rare.
A5 wagyu at Soluna
The Soluna Festival Menu includes A5 wagyu and there is a €19 supplement to add it to the Soluna Menu. It is a product best enjoyed in small amounts, as part of a sequence of courses.
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