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DassaiIconic Junmai Daiginjo — elegant and world-renowned.
IWAAssemblage sake by the former cellar master of Dom Pérignon.
ShichikenYamanashi brewery famed for sparkling sake.
KubotaCrisp, clean Niigata classic.
ShiratakiPure Niigata sake from snow-country water.
The Story
Rice, water and centuries of craft.
How Sake Is Made
Sake is brewed, not distilled — closer to beer than to spirits. Rice is polished to remove the outer layers, then fermented with water, yeast and kōji mould. The more the rice is polished, the more refined and fragrant the sake. The result is a clean, aromatic drink, typically around 15% ABV.
Understanding the Grades
Junmai is pure rice sake — rich and full-bodied. Ginjo uses rice polished to at least 60%, for a lighter, more aromatic style. Daiginjo goes further still (50% or less), the most refined and fragrant of all. "Junmai" in front means no added alcohol — just rice, water, yeast and kōji.
How to Serve
Chilled for the fine stuff
Serve premium Ginjo and Daiginjo well-chilled to preserve their delicate aromatics. Richer Junmai can be enjoyed at room temperature or gently warmed.
A wine glass works
A white-wine glass showcases aromatic sake beautifully; a traditional ochoko cup is perfect for sharing. Keep an opened bottle in the fridge.
Beyond Japanese food
Sake is a natural with sushi and sashimi, but also shines with chilli crab, steamed fish, dim sum and fresh seafood — it cleanses the palate without fighting spice.
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