Sake Guide

Every spring, Japan transforms. Cherry trees across the country burst into clouds of pale pink, and for a few fleeting days, the entire nation pauses to lo

Sake is one of the most versatile alcoholic drinks in the world. It can be served anywhere from near-freezing to piping hot, in a traditional wooden box...

You've probably seen sake described as "Japanese rice wine" on menus and bottles around the world. It's a convenient label, but it's also a little misle...

Sake has a reputation for being intimidating. Between the Japanese-only labels, the polishing ratios, the SMV values, and the hierarchy of grades, it ca...