Celebrate the myriad flavors of sake, and learn how to pair, serve, and mix Japan’s national drink
One of the world’s oldest drinks is booming after having the global spotlight thrown upon it. An ancient wine made from fermented rice, sake is brewed across Japan and remains as relevant and integral a part of Japanese culture as it was millennia ago. Yet, recently it has been experiencing a global surge of appreciation from international markets, bringing a wave of innovation and growth to the industry. With global exports rising and premium sakes taking the world by storm, now is the time to dive into the plethora of flavors and aromas, and celebrate the craftsmanship behind Japan’s national drink.
Join Natsuki Kikuya, sake educator and sommelier, as she introduces the role of sake within Japanese ritual and tradition, and the fundamental styles and flavors of sake . With Natsuki’s expertise, embark on a journey across the varying range of flavors and expand your palate with 40 refreshing and satiating sake cocktails to mix. Including advice on hosting your own sake tasting and suggestions for traditional and innovative food pairings, The Little Book of Sake is a celebration of Japanese culture and craft, as well as a practical guide for enjoying a unique and ancient drink.
Natsuki Kikuya is a saké educator and sommelier and is the founder of The Museum of Saké, a saké education and promotion agency based in the UK. She is the co-developer of the WSET Level 3 Award in saké and teaches at the WSET School in London. In 2015 she was awarded the title Saké Samurai from the Japanese government for her services to the drink.
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Celebrate the myriad flavors of sake, and learn how to pair, serve, and mix Japan’s national drink
One of the world’s oldest drinks is booming after having the global spotlight thrown upon it. An ancient wine made from fermented rice, sake is brewed across Japan and remains as relevant and integral a part of Japanese culture as it was millennia ago. Yet, recently it has been experiencing a global surge of appreciation from international markets, bringing a wave of innovation and growth to the industry. With global exports rising and premium sakes taking the world by storm, now is the time to dive into the plethora of flavors and aromas, and celebrate the craftsmanship behind Japan’s national drink.
Join Natsuki Kikuya, sake educator and sommelier, as she introduces the role of sake within Japanese ritual and tradition, and the fundamental styles and flavors of sake . With Natsuki’s expertise, embark on a journey across the varying range of flavors and expand your palate with 40 refreshing and satiating sake cocktails to mix. Including advice on hosting your own sake tasting and suggestions for traditional and innovative food pairings, The Little Book of Sake is a celebration of Japanese culture and craft, as well as a practical guide for enjoying a unique and ancient drink.
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Natsuki Kikuya is a saké educator and sommelier and is the founder of The Museum of Saké, a saké education and promotion agency based in the UK. She is the co-developer of the WSET Level 3 Award in saké and teaches at the WSET School in London. In 2015 she was awarded the title Saké Samurai from the Japanese government for her services to the drink.
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