There Are Lots of Ways to Pronounce “Sake,” But “Saki” Isn’t One of Them
Jan. 17. 2019 posted by
The ship has sailed on a lot of ways English speakers pronounce Japanese words, but there’s still time to save “sake” from becoming “saki.”
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Hot Sake Warms You Up and Brings Out New Flavors in Your Favorite Drink
Jan. 10. 2019 posted by
It's winter again in many parts of the globe, which means it's the best time to explore the world of hot sake. Even if you’ve tried it before, it’s likely your hot sake experiences until now were just probing the surface of this particular rabbit hole.
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The Perfect Sake for New Year’s, and Other Customs From Japan’s Most Important Holiday
Dec. 27. 2018 posted by
Join us for a look at some of the things, both traditional and modern, Japanese people do as one year becomes the next. And, learn about the traditional New Year's sake known as "toso."
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A toast to “Kanpai” !
Dec. 20. 2018 posted by
Most sake fans know that “Kanpai!” is Japanese for “Cheers!” But what does the word itself mean, and what are the traditions associated with it?
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Choose the Best Cups to Elevate Your Sake Game
Dec. 13. 2018 posted by
Size, shape, and material all have a big impact on how a single sake can taste. Read up on the basics of cup choice to level up your sake experience!
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Next Sake Brewery Tour
Dec. 7. 2018 posted by
From what to have for breakfast to what to ask your guide, here's everything you need to know before going on a sake brewery tour.
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How Much Alcohol is in Sake?
Nov. 23. 2018 posted by
For the most part, sake has a standard degree of alcohol content, but if you look hard enough, you can always find one that matches your particular brand of stiffness.
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Exploring the Joys of Yuzu from the Bathtub to the Bar
Nov. 16. 2018 posted by
Join us for a whirlwind tour of all you need to know about yuzu and its uses in everything from sake to snacks.
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Let’s Stop Calling Sake “Rice Wine,” It Deserves Better
Nov. 9. 2018 posted by
Almost all major types of alcohol are named by the way they are made, so why is "rice wine" wrongfully living in the shadow of a totally unrelated beverage?
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The Terroir of Sake: an Expert Explains Why the Wine-centric Buzzword Applies to Sake Too
Oct. 26. 2018 posted by
Terroir [ter-wahr] n.: The collective character of an artisanal crop derived from the human and environmental factors involved in its growth and cultivation.
Terroir is a major buzzword in the wine world. But, is there terroir in sake? It’s complicated. Join us for this crash course in terroir, sake and the growing interest in sake provenance. -
What is Junmai? Ginjo? Special designated grades – The key to pinpointing particular sakes –
Jan. 24. 2017 posted by
This article covers special designated grades and explains how they can be used to help pinpoint specific sake again.
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Hiire – Role of Pasteurization in Sake Production
Nov. 2. 2016 posted by
In this article we look at the process of stabilizing sake through pasteurization.
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Brewing water: the life-force of sake
Oct. 18. 2016 posted by
This article takes an in-depth look at the water that sake is brewed with.
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Sake, the health and beauty elixir?
Oct. 12. 2016 posted by
In this article we reveal sake's secret ability to make you beautiful.
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The ingredient of sake: Shuzokotekimai
Oct. 7. 2016 posted by
In this article we take a look at one of the raw ingredients of sake: Shuzokotekimai (brewing rice).
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Moromi: Sum of All the Ingredients
Sep. 20. 2016 posted by
Learn about the Moromi stage in sake production.
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To dilute sake or not to dilute, that is the question
Sep. 11. 2016 posted by
In this article we look at how and why sake is diluted with water after its completion as well as the joys of both diluted and undiluted sake. Finally, we will answer the question: is it better to dilute before drinking or not to dilute and what methods are there to do so?
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What is the Rice Polishing Ratio?
Aug. 5. 2016 posted by
In this article, we decipher yet another item of sake jargon: the rice polishing ratio.
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If you Like to Sip Your Sake, the Ochoko is your Best Friend
Jul. 26. 2016 posted by
Through the origins and etymology of this traditional sake sipping cup, we look at some potential reasons why a smaller serving style became so popular in Japan.
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Sake-Kasu: Amazing By-product of Sake
Jul. 19. 2016 posted by
Have you ever come across a white, brick-looking paste at your local sake store and wondered what it was? Learn more about one of the by-products of sake: Sake Kasu.
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The Blueprint of Sake
Jul. 15. 2016 posted by
What is sake? What is it made from? and how close is it to wine? Those are the questions we answer as we breakdown the blueprint of sake.
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Surprising Similarities Between Sake and Wine
Jul. 11. 2016 posted by
Just how similar are sake and wine?
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Riddle on the Bottle: BY — Brewing Year
Jul. 4. 2016 posted by
You might have seen the letters 'BY' printed on a sake bottle, but just what do they mean?
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Have you Tried Nama-zake?
Jun. 27. 2016 posted by
This article looks at what Nama-zake is and how best to enjoy it.
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Do Sake Have an Expiry Date?
Jun. 15. 2016 posted by
An explanation of whether or not sake comes with an expiry date, whether it actually needs one, and why.
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The Yeast: Essential Aroma-Maker of Sake
Jun. 9. 2016 posted by
We look at sake yeast in a little more detail and introduce 3 types that are used in brewing today, examining the unique characteristics of each along with how they influence the end flavour and aroma.
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What is the Type of Sake “Nama-Chozo” All About?
May. 20. 2016 posted by
Today's article explains the type of sake "Nama-Chozo".
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3 Ways in which Serving Sake in a Wine Glass Enhance the Experience
May. 17. 2016 posted by
Drinking sake in a wine glass is more than just fine.
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The Sake Chaser : “Yawaragi-Mizu”
May. 13. 2016 posted by
The water that you drink together with sake is called "Yawaragi-Mizu" (LIT: soothing water). This article explains it in more detail.
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Easy-to-Understand Interpretation of Jargon – Muroka Nama Genshu?
May. 6. 2016 posted by
Today's article offers up an easy-to-understand explanation of Muroka Nama Genshu type sake.
