Continue reading Latest Sake Export data" />

The potential of Japanese Sake in Australia

  Is the Australian Sake market a key target for Sake exporters? Demand in Japan for Japanese Sake has (unfortunately) been decreasing recently, partly due to changing palates of the younger population and because of the increase in popularity of wine, and more recently Craft beer. Statistics from the Japan Sake Brewers Association show domestic… Continue reading The potential of Japanese Sake in Australia

What Is Japanese Sake?

Original words: Steven John      Original Article: https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-is-sake-explained-best-sake/ What Is Japanese Sake? The national beverage of Japan, sake (pronounced “sah-KAY”) is a fermented rice wine that has been enjoyed since at least the 8th century CE, though some historians believe it was consumed hundreds of years earlier. It is brewed using highly polished sake mai rice, water, a mold called Aspergillus… Continue reading What Is Japanese Sake?

Food and Sake Pairings that aren’t Traditional Japanese Dishes

japanese food matches sake

Original words by: Sam Slaughter         Original Article: https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/food-sake-pairings-guide/ Food and Sake Pairings Food and Sake pairings will always bring a stock answer,  people will say Japanese Sake matches Japanese food, most likely sushi. A lot of us have only had Japanese sake when it has been served alongside sushi. This sake pairing… Continue reading Food and Sake Pairings that aren’t Traditional Japanese Dishes

Sake Flavour Profiles and Food Pairings

japanese sake cocktails

Sake Flavour Profiles and Food Pairings: Exploring the Art of Matching Sake with Culinary Delights   Sake, the iconic Japanese rice wine, holds a cherished place in the world of gastronomy. Crafted from fermented rice, water, yeast, and a key fermenting agent known as koji mold, sake encompasses a rich spectrum of flavours and textures.… Continue reading Sake Flavour Profiles and Food Pairings

The Art of Sake Labels

Craftsmanship, Culture, and Innovation in Japan’s Sake Labeling Industry   Sake, Japan’s iconic rice wine, is more than a drink—it is a symbol of tradition, craftsmanship, and regional pride. Over the years, the artistry of sake labels has evolved, reflecting the rich heritage of Japanese brewing while embracing modern design innovations. As Japan aims to… Continue reading The Art of Sake Labels