3 Reasons Why Sake is The Secret Ingredient of This World Champion Chocolatier
Mar. 9. 2018 writer:
Sake brings out the flavor of the ingredients in chocolate perfectly. - Mary Chocolate chef chocolatier Oishi Shigeyuki
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3 Ways in which Serving Sake in a Wine Glass Enhance the Experience
May. 17. 2016 writer:
Drinking sake in a wine glass is more than just fine.
4 Manga That Will Teach You All You Need to Know About Sake
Oct. 31. 2019 writer:
For many, manga has been a great gateway into Japanese culture. Manga - the Japanese comic book medium that inspires a lot of more widely-known anime - has its share of western fans. For some it’s a quirky pop cultural fix, while others still may use it to study Japanese or gain a glimpse into Japanese culture from afar.
Unlike mainstream American comics, manga aren’t focused solely on action-packed, world-shattering battles between good and evil and, in fact, often opt to depict the mundane in fantastical ways. There are manga about aspiring rock bands, chefs and bakers, tennis players and, yes, even sake and sake brewers. Here are four such manga sake fans may enjoy:
6 Great Stores to Sip and Buy Sake in Tokyo
Mar. 7. 2019 writer:
Sake makes a great souvenir, but finding it in Tokyo’s vast metropolis can certainly seem a daunting task. But have no fear: We’ve compiled a list of six tried-and-true sake purveyors in the heart of Tokyo!
60 Minute Sake Tasting for 2000 Yen! Junmai Specialty Shop Yata
Jan. 26. 2018 writer:
Yata is a laidback, standing-style sake bar. The perfect bar to try a glass of sake on the way home from sightseeing in Shibuya or Shinjuku and a great place for beginners to get into sake.
A Brewery Gives Back to Nature and Community With Sustainable, Local Brewing
Mar. 3. 2022 writer:
Yoshida Sake Brewery turns to local ingredients and community initiatives to protect the environment that sustains it
A Guide to Visiting Fushimi, the Bordeaux of Sake
May. 30. 2019 writer:
We chat with the head of the Fushimi Sake Brewers Association, Tokubee Masuda, about why this Kyoto district is a must-visit sake destination.
A Hundred Years of Honda Shoten: What Next for the Innovative Sake Maker?
Jun. 16. 2022 writer:
On the legendary makers’ centennial, Honda Shoten’s president reflects on history and the road ahead
A Little Help from my Friends
Feb. 28. 2020 writer:
A Masuda Shuzo and Chivas Regal collaboration plays with aging and blending to create innovative new sake.
A Sake Maker, a Buddhist Temple, and the Evolving Role of Traditional Institutions in Small-town Japan
Apr. 4. 2019 writer:
"The world-famous sake maker, KIKUSUI, teams up with Chotokuji, a local Buddhist temple, to give back to the neighborhood they call home - in the process providing a fascinating case study on the evolving role of traditional institutions in modern Japan."
A Sake-Lover’s Day (and Night) in Fushimi
Jun. 6. 2019 writer:
Our local contacts let us in on the best places for sake fans to eat, drink and be merry
A taste of sake nostalgia, brewed before your very eyes: Nihonshu Hotaru, Kanda
Apr. 17. 2017 writer:
Doburoku, a rather elusive sake of old just made its return to Tokyo and the SAKETIMES team simply couldn't wait to get a taste.
A toast to “Kanpai” !
Dec. 20. 2018 writer:
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?
A Valuable Taste Test
Nov. 2. 2018 writer:
We try Gekkeikan's Tokusen Sake, gold medalist and Great Value Champion Sake at the International Wine Challenge 2018
Aged Sake is Hot Right Now, but How Does It Compare to Vintage Wine?
Jun. 24. 2021 writer:
Aged sake has yet to make mainstream headway, but that’s rapidly changing. How do they compare to vintage wines?
Amazake: An ancient tradition for modern health
Feb. 28. 2019 writer:
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.
America’s First Sake Made for Americans
Jul. 13. 2018 writer:
How a small California town became the birthplace of American sake.
American Duo Brings Sake Brewing to Brooklyn
Mar. 29. 2018 writer:
Brooklyn Kura became New York’s first Sake Brewery in January
An Expert Shows You How to Pick The Perfect Cup for Your Sake
Apr. 20. 2018 writer:
Choosing the best cup for that delicious sake
An Insider’s Guide to the IWC Sake Competition
Jun. 23. 2022 writer:
Discover the International Wine Challenge’s Sake Competition with some of the industry’s most influential people
Arizona Sake: Brewing Happiness
Jun. 30. 2022 writer:
Atsuo Sakurai uses his decade of brewing experience to bring sake to the desert town of Holbrook, Arizona
Autumn Showdown – Beaujolais vs. Hiyaoroshi
Nov. 11. 2021 writer:
Which of the two autumn giants of the wine and sake worlds will win the season?
Beau Timken – A Rough and Tumble Sake Champion for the American West
Jul. 22. 2021 writer:
The proprietor of America’s first sake specialty shop has used carrots, sticks, and sometimes just plain bull-headedness to get Americans to understand and appreciate sake. Two decades in, we look at his progress and how the pandemic is impacting the industry.
Beau Timken’s 5 Tips for Beginners
Jun. 17. 2021 writer:
The proprietor of America's first sake store gives us some quick and dirty tips for new sake explorers.
Best in Class: A Primer on the World’s Premier Sake Certification Courses
Aug. 19. 2021 writer:
Pick the right sake certification program with this breakdown of price, difficulty and curriculum.
Best Ways to Store Sake at Home
May. 16. 2019 writer:
Standing up or lying down? Refrigerated or not? Know the right way to hang on to your sake.
Big Numbers, Big Flavor: A Look at Low Milling Rates in Sake
Jul. 8. 2021 writer:
More breweries are bucking ginjo trends and brewing sake from barely-polished rice.
Bodaimoto: The Renaissance of the “Enlightened” Starter
Sep. 30. 2021 writer:
Some brewers are returning to the traditional bodaimoto starter method that naturally cultivates lactic acid.
Breweries Embracing the Can-Do Spirit When It Comes to “Bottle Can” Sake
Aug. 9. 2019 writer:
In the long history of sake, packaging in metal bottles is a relatively new technique. Still, doing so seems to have combined the benefits of every other material to date, including glass, plastic, and paper boxes. Improving the flow of sake for both brewery and drinker, it’s a wonder that this wasn’t done sooner.
Brewing water: the life-force of sake
Oct. 18. 2016 writer:
This article takes an in-depth look at the water that sake is brewed with.
Choose the Best Cups to Elevate Your Sake Game
Dec. 13. 2018 writer:
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!
Chuichi Kato: The Artist Painting Japan’s Vanishing Sake Breweries
Mar. 23. 2018 writer:
After retiring, former researcher Chuichi Kato became a painter, depicting 900 of unique beauty of Japan’s traditional sake breweries and the ancient trees that surround them.
Classic Wine Pairings Meet Sake!
Apr. 15. 2021 writer:
KJ Sakura, wine sommelier and sake educator, gives a lecture on the basics of sake pairing, with helpful examples.
Correspondent Reports: Before the Dawn of Sake in Sweden
Jan. 1. 2022 writer:
SAKETIMES Correspondent reports what's going on around the world.
Correspondent Reports: Mexico’s Passion for Sake
Feb. 1. 2022 writer:
SAKETIMES Correspondent reports what's going on around the world
Correspondent Reports: Overview of America’s Latest Sake Scene
Mar. 1. 2022 writer:
SAKETIMES Correspondent reports what's going on around the world
Correspondent Reports: Taiwan, the Island Where Sake Evolution Happens
Apr. 1. 2022 writer:
SAKETIMES Correspondent reports what's going on around the world
Correspondent Reports: What Singaporeans Find in Sake
Dec. 1. 2021 writer:
SAKETIMES Correspondent reports what's going on around the world.
Correspondents Report: Sake Love in Locked-down Australia
Oct. 31. 2021 writer:
SAKETIMES Correspondent reports what's going on around the world.
Correspondents Report: The Emerging Sake Scene in London
Oct. 1. 2021 writer:
SAKETIMES Correspondent reports what's going on around the world.
Dassai: The Sake Brand that Dared to Be Different
Feb. 15. 2019 writer:
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?
Demystifying “Umami” with Sake
May. 23. 2019 writer:
It’s a taste we’ve all known since before we were born, but most of us still can’t put a finger on what exactly “umami” is. Luckily, sake can be a great tool to help develop a sense for this widely underestimated and misunderstood flavor element.
Den Sake: The Story of a Scrappy Sake Pioneer in America
Sep. 5. 2019 writer:
Yoshihiro Sako bootstrapped his way to creating Den Sake, one of California’s premier small-batch sake breweries
Design your Original Sake Bottle at “KAYOIGURA”
May. 23. 2017 writer:
Akihabara will already no doubt be on most people's itinerary when they come to Tokyo as a hub of Japanese subculture, famous the world over as the destination for anime, manga, gaming, etc. Now it's turning into the place to discover sake too, where the world famous sake producer, KIKUSUI, has just opened "KAYOIGURA", dedicated to one-of-a-kind sake cultural experiences and the ultimate in personalized-sake-merchandising.
Dewazakura Sake Brewery: How a Fateful Decision Sparked a Ginjo Boom
Jun. 10. 2021 writer:
Dewazakura inadvertently contributed to the ginjo sake boom when it gambled on sidestepping government regulations.
Do Sake Have an Expiry Date?
Jun. 15. 2016 writer:
An explanation of whether or not sake comes with an expiry date, whether it actually needs one, and why.
Doburoku: From Illicit Homebrew to Legal Microbrew
Apr. 28. 2022 writer:
How an illegal beverage became the latest trend in microbrewing in Japan
Drinking in Tradition: A Short History of Izakaya
Sep. 9. 2021 writer:
The history of how sake gave rise to Japan’s famed and unique gastropubs.
Easy-to-Understand Interpretation of Jargon – Muroka Nama Genshu?
May. 6. 2016 writer:
Today's article offers up an easy-to-understand explanation of Muroka Nama Genshu type sake.
Exploring the Joys of Yuzu from the Bathtub to the Bar
Nov. 16. 2018 writer:
Join us for a whirlwind tour of all you need to know about yuzu and its uses in everything from sake to snacks.
Flow Like Water: Celebrating 30 Years of Jozen Mizuno Gotoshi
Jan. 6. 2022 writer:
A look back at the history of a famed Niigata label reveals how it persevered and found fortune.
From Sake Bombs to Sommelier: An American Bartender in Japan
Feb. 9. 2018 writer:
American bartender Alex Barker discusses going from newbie-to-expert and how to find the right sake for you.
Funaguchi Kikusui Ichiban Shibori: Once a “brewery only” specialty, now available anytime, anywhere in Japan
Feb. 22. 2018 writer:
Sake fans used to have to travel to the KIKUSUI brewery in Niigata to enjoy the taste of Funaguchi Kikusui Ichiban Shibori, but this freshly-pressed sake is now available throughout Japan year-round. The details of how Funaguchi Kikusui Ichiban Shibori came to be is full of first-in-Japan developments — it's quite the story!
Gekkeikan Sake – At Home in California
Jun. 29. 2018 writer:
How a centuries old Japanese sake brewer, Gekkeikan, achieved the American dream in Folsom, California.
GEM by moto: Sake Needs to Be Communicated, Not Just Poured
Nov. 6. 2019 writer:
We talk to Marie Chiba at her bar in Ebisu, where she delights patrons with unique sake and food pairings.
Geographical Indication and A Case for Calling Sake “Nihonshu” Instead
Apr. 18. 2019 writer:
As sake continues to gain momentum in the global market there are many reasons why it might be wise to introduce its proper name of "nihonshu" (a.k.a. Japanese sake) on a global level. Your drinking satisfaction may depend on it.
Ginza Okabe: Charming sushi restaurant offers optimal sake pairing for each dish
Aug. 17. 2017 writer:
This Ginza sushi restaurant operates on the principle of making customers comfortable by paying meticulous attention to every single aspect of their dining experience.
Global Market Leaders Rediscover Sake
Oct. 18. 2017 writer:
In February, industry experts from America and Hong Kong were invited to come and explore sake's potential to conquer the world as part of the islands' ongoing "Cool Japan" PR drive to export Japanese culture.
Going Global with SSA Sake Challenges
Aug. 1. 2022 writer:
SSA Sake Challenges are more than just contests; they’re ways to connect sake brewers with new markets, and Luxembourg is next
Growing Number of Breweries Taking Up Farming to Bring Sake Production to Another Level
Jan. 9. 2020 writer:
The sake industry is currently in a new state of change. Domestic demand is continually slipping and yet global sales have never been better and continue to grow. This leaves the producers at an interesting crossroads the likes of which they have never seen before. For one group of 12 breweries, the key to drinkers’ hearts worldwide and to the future of sake lies in sustainably and locally produced organic rice made in-house.
Hakkaisan x Brooklyn Kura: Working Together for the Future of Sake
Feb. 10. 2022 writer:
A Japanese and an American brewery form an international partnership
Have you Tried Nama-zake?
Jun. 27. 2016 writer:
This article looks at what Nama-zake is and how best to enjoy it.
Heeding the Call of Void Sake in Lexington, Kentucky
Dec. 9. 2021 writer:
Three friends in Kentucky bring craft beer insight and new energy to craft sake.
Heiwa Brewery’s Bold Attempt at Powering a Rocket and Inspiring an Industry
Sep. 19. 2019 writer:
It’s one small step for Heiwa Brewery, but one giant leap for sake as the daring producer attempts to turn its popular KID brand of junmai daiginjo into literal rocket fuel to power one of Interstellar Technologies Momo commercial rockets. The move has gotten Heiwa a lot of buzz in the media, but it’s other sake breweries that president Norimasa Yamamoto hopes take notice.
Hiire – Role of Pasteurization in Sake Production
Nov. 2. 2016 writer:
In this article we look at the process of stabilizing sake through pasteurization.
Homebrewing Kits Bring Sake Making to a Global Audience
Jul. 15. 2021 writer:
A Japanese entrepreneur with a sake lineage dreams of home-brewing for all with her MiCURA kit.
Hot Sake Warms You Up and Brings Out New Flavors in Your Favorite Drink
Jan. 10. 2019 writer:
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.
How KIKUSUI USA, Inc. is Redefining Sake in America
Jan. 16. 2020 writer:
Sipping sake from a can could very well become a prominent scene in the beverage’s future.
How Much Alcohol is in Sake?
Nov. 23. 2018 writer:
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.
How to Get Your Sake Fix on the Go When Visiting Japan
Mar. 10. 2022 writer:
Whether on a long flight or a hurtling bullet train, a lengthy journey is always better with sake in tow
Hyakumoku: A Bold New Release from a Centuries-Old Brewery
Aug. 26. 2021 writer:
How a big-name producer broke with tradition for their new brew.
If you Like to Sip Your Sake, the Ochoko is your Best Friend
Jul. 26. 2016 writer:
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.
In Sake Brewing, Who or What is a Toji？
May. 6. 2016 writer:
In this article, we explain all about the highest ranked person to brew sake : the Toji.
In the Mix: The Surprisingly Long History of Blending Sake
Dec. 2. 2021 writer:
There’s a lot of buzz around sake blending recently, but the practice is older than you might think.
Interview : The Secret Behind KIKUSUI Sake
Jul. 4. 2019 writer:
We speak with one of KIUSUI's top engineers on sake brewing, the friendly relationship shared by Niigata’s producers, and delivering new experiences to sake fans.
Interview: Dassai Head Spills the Secrets Behind its Global Success
Apr. 1. 2021 writer:
How did the world-famous sake brand Dassai achieve its stellar global reputation? Dassai head Sakurai spills the details.
Interview: SAKE100 for the People
Nov. 30. 2018 writer:
We sit down with sake entrepreneur (and enthusiast!) Ryuji Ikoma to learn more about his luxury sake brand, SAKE100, his own sake journey, and the state of the drink today.
Is Riedel’s New Junmai Sake Glass The World’s Best?
Jun. 15. 2018 writer:
Following the release of their popular Daiginjo Glass in 2000, the Austrian wine glass maker's long-awaited Junmai Glass sets out to lay claim to the genre.
Japan’s ‘King of Brewing’ Shares his Sake Secrets with the Next Generation
Apr. 21. 2022 writer:
SAKETIMES speaks to veteran brewmaster Naohiko Noguchi about his sake philosophy and his rise to the top of brewing
Japanese Sake Infographics – Free to Download!
Jun. 28. 2018 writer:
Free Sake Infographics: Download them today and start learning and extending your Japanese sake vocabulary.
John Gauntner: Learning to Love the Vague and Unfathomable
May. 13. 2021 writer:
A man on a mission to bring sake to the world
John Gauntner’s 5 Tips for Beginners
Apr. 8. 2021 writer:
A pro sake educator gives us advice on going from curious to sake connoisseur, one sip at a time.
Kanpai London Craft Sake: The U.K.’s first sake brewery
Apr. 12. 2018 writer:
"Sake is our baby. In a way, making koji is like having a newborn."
Keiichiro Miyagawa and Kura Master: Paving the Way for a Sake Movement in France
Dec. 12. 2019 writer:
While sake continues to expand across the globe, it’s found a unique relationship with the people of France. One of the trailblazers raising awareness of the drink in the European nation for decades is Keiichiro Miyagawa, co-founder of the influential Kura Master sake contest.
KIKUSUI Sake Culture Institute Makes Sake Education Accessible to the Masses
Feb. 12. 2019 writer:
"We’ve reached an age in which producing great sake isn’t necessarily enough to translate into great sales."
Kiraz: A Spanish-influenced pioneer in the pairing of sake and Western cuisine
Aug. 17. 2018 writer:
"It's not my nature to think of change as change — I’m just doing what I want to do."
Let’s Stop Calling Sake “Rice Wine,” It Deserves Better
Nov. 9. 2018 writer:
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?
Making Sake Fun Again: KIKUSUI’s President Talks on the Philosophy of Running a Global Sake Brand
Feb. 6. 2020 writer:
For a Japanese sake manufacturer, KIKUSUI is making unprecedented headway in the American market. KIKUSUI president Daisuke Takasawa explains the company's international success in this exclusive interview.
Miho Imada: Japan’s Famed Woman Brewmaster Looks Locally for Inspiration
Nov. 25. 2021 writer:
Miho Imada has achieved global fame, but her success remains rooted in the sake culture of her home.
Mile High Fermentation at Colorado Sake Co.
May. 26. 2022 writer:
Starting up a sake brewery in Denver meant more than just brewing, it meant rewriting laws
Moromi: Sum of All the Ingredients
Sep. 20. 2016 writer:
Learn about the Moromi stage in sake production.
Move over Rosé! Pink Sake Takes the Stage
Jul. 29. 2021 writer:
The rosé craze doesn’t end with wine. Here’s how sake is taking pink to the next level.
Mukantei sake: Jamming with Blue Note Tokyo’s dinner menu
Mar. 2. 2018 writer:
KIKUSUI’s Mukantei was born from the philosophy that good sake need not be exclusive — it’s for everyone to enjoy.
