Tuesday, June 17, 2025
A tokkuri resting in a water-filled kettle being heated

Why Sake is Served Hot: A Short History

The catch-all term for hot and warm sake is known as kanzake (燗酒). The second character is sake, and the first character is a special character that is quite literally only used...
Three kikichoko arranged in a triangle

How to Serve Sake: Vessels

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Yakitori skewer with a mirin-based sauce

Sake in Cooking and its Brother: Mirin

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Sake in Cocktails: 4 to Try!

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Top 4 Sake for Wine Lovers

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Sake in Skincare: 6 Brands to Look For

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Sake Bombs are Usually Gross. Let’s Fix That!

Let’s face it: the traditional sake bomb is the fast food of drinking culture. It’s fun, messy, and a little chaotic—but it’s not exactly tasty. It usually involves cheap, flavorless beer and...

Exploring the Unique Sake of Niigata

When it comes to Japanese sake, the region of Niigata is practically synonymous with excellence. Known across Japan (and increasingly, the world) for its pristine, crisp, and clean-tasting sake, Niigata has become...

Mastering the Sake Fermentation Process

Mastering the sake fermentation process is a journey into the intricate art and science that transforms simple rice and water into a refined, rich-tasting beverage enjoyed for centuries. Sake brewing has deep...

Sake Yeasts: The Microbes Behind the Magic

Sake, Japan’s beloved rice brew, has captivated drinkers around the world for centuries with its delicate flavors, floral aromas, and remarkable versatility. But behind this delightful experience lies an unsung hero: yeast....
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