Mar. 22. 2019 posted by
Although cherry blossoms and sake are both iconic symbols of Japan, the two are actually more intricately linked than meets the eye. From the annual outdoor drinking parties of "hanami" to sake made from actual sakura, they’ve both worked together to mold modern Japanese culture in many ways.
Feb. 28. 2019 posted by
Amazake is a sweet, cloudy drink with a venerable history going back over a thousand years in Japan. This article taps into its sweet potential.
Feb. 21. 2019 posted by
There are two kinds of cloudy sake: nigori sake and doburoku. One is readily available at sake retailers. The other can rarely be brewed legally in Japan.
Feb. 15. 2019 posted by
To survive in a harsh market, the makers of Dassai, Asahi Shuzo, needed to evolve. In doing so, they’ve found success around the world, but have they also turned their backs on tradition?
Jan. 31. 2019 posted by
Japan's two signature alcoholic drinks might be easily confused but are really quite different and have complex worlds of their own.
Jan. 24. 2019 posted by
Explore all the ways to enjoy mirin, the sake-like seasoning found in nearly every kitchen in Japan but scare everywhere else.
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.”
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.
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."
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?
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!
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Jan. 24. 2017 posted by
This article covers special designated grades and explains how they can be used to help pinpoint specific sake again.
Nov. 2. 2016 posted by
In this article we look at the process of stabilizing sake through pasteurization.
Oct. 18. 2016 posted by
This article takes an in-depth look at the water that sake is brewed with.
Oct. 12. 2016 posted by
In this article we reveal sake's secret ability to make you beautiful.
Oct. 7. 2016 posted by
In this article we take a look at one of the raw ingredients of sake: Shuzokotekimai (brewing rice).
Sep. 20. 2016 posted by
Learn about the Moromi stage in sake production.
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?
Aug. 5. 2016 posted by
In this article, we decipher yet another item of sake jargon: the rice polishing ratio.
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.
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.
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.
Jul. 11. 2016 posted by
Just how similar are sake and wine?
Jul. 4. 2016 posted by
You might have seen the letters 'BY' printed on a sake bottle, but just what do they mean?
Jun. 27. 2016 posted by
This article looks at what Nama-zake is and how best to enjoy it.
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