Welcome to the 252nd issue of America’s sake-centric Newsletter. In this "one month away" from the 20th Anniversary of SAKE DAY issue, learn why the Dassai sake brewery and brand is a world leader in the history of sake, take...
When you learn about the ancient Japanese libation called Nihonshu, many new and “weird” names and terms emerge in the lexicon of sake. Junmai Daiginjo may be one, and maybe another is “cold sake.” Slowly but surely, you start learning...
They are mysterious, and you rarely see them in large groups. They are extremely unique, but they are the definition of sake passion personified, and for the first time the Sake Samurai will have a dedicated table at the 20th...
Ryusei Ryofu “Summer Kimoto” From Hiroshima Prefecture. Kimoto Junmai Ginjo. SMV: N/A Acidity: N/A The nose on this seasonally released summer Kimoto is a cool collection of lemon peel, mango, cantaloupe, unripe banana, cotton candy, blueberry syrup, brioche...
August 9th – Matsuura Shuzo Tasting (Shishi no Sato) with Skurnik's Trac LeWHEN: August 9th from 2:00 – 4:00PM WHERE: True Sake 556 Hayes Street WHO: Trac Le of Skurnik WHAT: Free Sake Tasting for 21+ with ID Skurnik's Trac...
John Gauntner will run the 14th live online running of the Sake Professional Course, to be held via Zoom on two consecutive weekends from the US: Friday, Saturday and Sunday September 5, 6 and 7, and continuing on the...
Herewith lies a tale of artistry and inspiration, as well as collaboration and friendship. True Sake was happy to collaborate on this article featuring our good friend Jollan Seo, a talented multimedia artist and San Francisco’s most joyful dessert...
From Shizuoka Prefecture Honjozo In honor of the 20th Anniversary of SAKE DAY, I wanted to pick a Beau-Zone sake that reminded me of the good old days and good sake friends. Before 9/11 you could hand carry a boat...
Tsukinokatsura “Iwai 88” From Kyoto Prefecture. Junmai. SMV: N/A Acidity: N/A The nose on this sake that is back in the US with a new distributor is an amazing collection of sourdough, sunflower seed, peanut butter, hot chocolate,...
