Alcohol Beverages: Sake – A Timeless Japanese Classic
Sake, a fermented rice alcoholfrom Japan — is not typically found on the average American menu but enjoys a dedicated global culinary following that pairs it with everything from sushi to haute cuisine. This will take you through the history of sake, its varieties, how is it brewed, and how it became so deeply ingrained in the modern food culture. For a beginner or someone looking to dive further into the world of sake, this guide is here to show you how sake can enhance your next meal.
Introduction: What is Sake?
Japanese rice wine (pronounced sah-keh) is often called “Japanese sake,” but the process of brewing it more closely resembles that of beer, where starches in grains are converted to sugars before fermenting them. Dating back to over a millennium, this is an age-old form of beverage in Japanese culture. Today, sake is enjoyed and appreciated Read more...
