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Sake Etiquette

Sake Etiquette

Sake etiquette has continuously shifted and adapted to modern times, but many important traditions have remained prevalent. As the beverage continu...

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Cloudy Dreams

Cloudy Dreams

Heiwa Shuzo’s website also suggests this beverage can be enjoyed chilled or on the rocks by itself. This ume nigori is truly one of a kind, and its...

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Seasons of Sake

Seasons of Sake

As of 2023, most sake production still takes place in the Japanese islands. While other countries do produce their own versions of sake, the proces...

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Emperor's Birthday

Emperor's Birthday

On February 23rd, Japan will celebrate the 63rd birthday of Emperor Naruhito. Unlike most national holidays, the Emperor’s Birthday falls on the b...

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Meat Lovers

Meat Lovers

As I’ve done in the past with other brew reviews, and knowing the sole reason this sake was created, I had to see if the Meat Lovers Only Junmai Sa...

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Home Run

Home Run

This limited edition Junmai Daiginjo comes in a red bottle, the color of Ohtani’s Los Angeles Angels and features a stunning red label which depict...

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Hop Into the New Year

Hop Into the New Year

Celebrating New Year’s in Japan is a festive and tradition-filled experience. Many Japanese choose to ring in the new year by participating in Hat...

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Sound of Water

Sound of Water

After a few investigative sips, it became apparent that the Sound of Water Ginjo was neutral and well balanced, but this sake has just enough bitte...

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Labels

Labels

As sake continues to rise in popularity, especially in countries like the United States, Hong Kong and France, the need for western-style labels th...

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