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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Why does sake smell like banana? The secrets of...
Rice has no fruit flavors. Where does the taste of melon or banana come from? We explain the role of yeast (kobo) and the famous number 7.
Why does sake smell like banana? The secrets of...
Rice has no fruit flavors. Where does the taste of melon or banana come from? We explain the role of yeast (kobo) and the famous number 7.
The King of Rice: All about Yamada Nishiki and ...
Not just any rice makes sake. Learn all about Yamada Nishiki, the king of sake rice, and why it's essential for premium sake.
The King of Rice: All about Yamada Nishiki and ...
Not just any rice makes sake. Learn all about Yamada Nishiki, the king of sake rice, and why it's essential for premium sake.
Kimoto & Yamahai: The wild taste of tradition
Wilder, earthier, more complex: Kimoto and Yamahai are sakes for connoisseurs. We explain the ancient brewing methods where nature takes the lead.
Kimoto & Yamahai: The wild taste of tradition
Wilder, earthier, more complex: Kimoto and Yamahai are sakes for connoisseurs. We explain the ancient brewing methods where nature takes the lead.
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...
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