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…
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…
Gekkeikan Petit Moon Mitsuru Tsuki Daiginjo Sake
Just look at that bottle. This fun-size sake looks like a tiny potion bottle from a J-RPG. Also, the deep navy colour and celestial branding is letting me live my full Sailor Moon fantasy*. via GIPHY But enough of the…
