Understanding Sake: From Rice Grain to Glass
What do the terms on the bottle mean? How is sake brewed, and which one pairs well with food? Find the starting point that fits your question.
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Sake simply explained
Start with the basicsBasics, sake types and labels: a good start if you want to find your way around.
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Rice, Koji and Craft
Understand manufacturingWhat happens in the brewery – and how rice, yeast, and brewing methods shape sake.
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Enjoying sake
Discover gourmet ideasServing temperature, glassware, tasting, cocktails and food pairings.
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Sake journey through Japan: The most important ...
Wine has terroir – and so does sake. Discover why the water in Nada makes "hard" sake, why Kyoto is famous for "soft" sake, and why Niigata is a paradise...
Sake journey through Japan: The most important ...
Wine has terroir – and so does sake. Discover why the water in Nada makes "hard" sake, why Kyoto is famous for "soft" sake, and why Niigata is a paradise...
The Sake Calendar: Why you need to know about N...
Sake is a product of nature and follows the seasons. We explain why wild "Shiboritate" belongs in winter, why "Namazake" is drunk in summer, and why autumn is the best...
The Sake Calendar: Why you need to know about N...
Sake is a product of nature and follows the seasons. We explain why wild "Shiboritate" belongs in winter, why "Namazake" is drunk in summer, and why autumn is the best...
The World of Sake: History, Meaning & Etymo...
Where does the word "sake" come from? What does it have to do with the rice goddess Sanaburi, and why should you order "Nihonshu" in Japan? A look at its...
The World of Sake: History, Meaning & Etymo...
Where does the word "sake" come from? What does it have to do with the rice goddess Sanaburi, and why should you order "Nihonshu" in Japan? A look at its...
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