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 & cheese: Why this goes better than re...
Forget red wine. Why sake, with its lactic acid and umami flavors, is the perfect partner for cheese. 3 specific pairing tips.
Sake & cheese: Why this goes better than re...
Forget red wine. Why sake, with its lactic acid and umami flavors, is the perfect partner for cheese. 3 specific pairing tips.
The Heart of Sake: Why Koji (Seigiku) Decides E...
"First koji, second yeast." Why the production of koji (seigiku) determines the quality and how the brewer can "design" the flavor.
The Heart of Sake: Why Koji (Seigiku) Decides E...
"First koji, second yeast." Why the production of koji (seigiku) determines the quality and how the brewer can "design" the flavor.
Hot sake (kan-zake): A guide to perfect enjoyment
Is it safe to microwave sake? Which sake tastes best warm? Our guide to the perfect Atsukan and Nurukan.
Hot sake (kan-zake): A guide to perfect enjoyment
Is it safe to microwave sake? Which sake tastes best warm? Our guide to the perfect Atsukan and Nurukan.
Arabashiri, Nakadori, Seme: The Taste of Pressing
Sake from the same tank tastes different. We explain the three phases of pressing: from wild Arabashiri to perfect Nakadori.
Arabashiri, Nakadori, Seme: The Taste of Pressing
Sake from the same tank tastes different. We explain the three phases of pressing: from wild Arabashiri to perfect Nakadori.
How to taste sake like a sommelier: A step-by-s...
What do the blue rings in the cup mean? What is "kire"? Learn to analyze sake like a sommelier: from color to finish.
How to taste sake like a sommelier: A step-by-s...
What do the blue rings in the cup mean? What is "kire"? Learn to analyze sake like a sommelier: from color to finish.
5 sake myths you should forget immediately
Is sake really just "rice wine"? Does it burn like liquor? And do connoisseurs always drink it hot? We uncover the 5 biggest misconceptions that are keeping you from enjoying...
5 sake myths you should forget immediately
Is sake really just "rice wine"? Does it burn like liquor? And do connoisseurs always drink it hot? We uncover the 5 biggest misconceptions that are keeping you from enjoying...
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