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Stories, guides and reflections from the world of sake.

From rice polishing and fermentation to food pairings and brewery traditions. A growing collection of essays, guides and stories exploring Japanese sake culture.

GUIDE

How sake is made: from polished rice to fermentation

An introduction to the brewing process behind Japan’s most misunderstood drink.

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STORAGE
How to store sake properly

Keep bottles fresh longer by understanding temperature, oxidation and light exposure.

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RICE
The different types of sake rice

Why Yamada Nishiki became the king of premium sake brewing.

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