Mizubasho Junmai Daiginjo Sui Review
Sometimes I’m a little surprised that Gunma has such a dull reputation in Japan. Sure, it may not have the tourist traps of Tokyo or Kyoto. But to my mind, it excels in the two best things about Japan: onsen…
Visiting a Sake Brewery
Thinking about maybe taking a sake brewery tour on your next trip to Japan? Of course you should! Not only is sake an important part of Japanese culture, ceremonies and daily life, but its also delicious! Read why booking a…
Mio Frozen Sake
Did you ever drink Slush Puppy when you were a kid? My favorite summer childhood memories are drinking slushies on the beach. How can you not enjoy the cold, slushy texture with psychedelic artificial colours and enough sugar to keep…
My Top 3 Cup Sakes Review
Cup sakes do not have the best reputation. Many westerners will try a cheap, generic cup sake, turn up their nose and vow ‘Never again!’. But I encourage you not to write off this fun-size sake too soon. Here I…
Ichinokura Sparkling Junmai Sake
Sparkling sake is such a decadent indulgence. It’s one of my favourite of life’s pleasures. The soft rice scent, smooth taste and fun, fizzy bubbles on my tongue. So I’m always excited to try a new sparkling sake. Read my…
Dassai Sparkling Nigori Sake Review
Like champagne, sparkling sake is a reason for celebration all on its own. Its light, fun and easy to drink. Maybe this is why sparkling sake has a growing demand, particularly with young adults. And nothing starts a party quite…
Daisui Junmai Sake Review
It has been nearly a year since I first moved to Japan. I was located to a small, rural area in Saitama. Despite it not quite being the bustling, metropolis of Tokyo, I am grateful every day. My town is…
Dassai Sample Pack Review
Dassai is one of the most internationally-recognised sake brands. From award ceremonies, J-drama and anime series, the Dassai brand is firmly in the Japanese zeitgeist. Its high quality and strong production levels has earned Dassai a well-earned reputation. So I’m…
Kikusui Junmai Ginjo Sake
With its fresh, breezy blue bottle, light flavour and medium body, Kikusui Junmai Ginjo Sake is delicious on a hot, summer afternoon. Kikusui Junmai Ginjo sake has no additional alcohol, and the rice is polished to 55%. Although it…
Mio Sparkling Sake
What is sparkling sake? Sparkling sake is part of the new sake revolution – a way to re-introduce sake to a younger market. Younger generations have previously dismissed sake as an out-dated beverage, but because many sake makers are passionate…
