Edition #3: The New Year
In this final newsletter of 2020, we have a little something for everyone.
New Year’s Sake: Traditional and Modern Celebrations
Celebrating New Year’s with sake is a great alternative to Champagne. There’s also a long tradition in Japan to do so. In this post, we cover the healthful o-toso, offer sparkling sake recommendations, and a customizable sake cocktail formula.
Where to Buy Shochu?
We’re looking for your help. Shochu and awamori can be hard to find, but we want to change that. Check out our list of retailers in major markets. Together we can make shopping for shochu and awamori easier!
The Yamazaki 12
Looking for Yamazaki 12 Year? Me too. Check out our post on this legendary Japanese whisky to get tasting notes, learn how it’s made, and some tips on finding the best price.
Orion Draft: Okinawa’s Iconic Lager
Orion is a large beer brewer with a great reputation. Their brews are the ultimate blend of affordability and quality. Get the scoop on this insider’s favorite.
Japanese Alcohol: the Best of the Internet
Fukushima Space Sake: Astro Yeast 2020
In remembrance of the March 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami, Fukushima officials have released a plan to brew sake with space yeast. Or with sake yeast that has traveled through space, anyway. Find out what I’m talking about in this Japan Times article.
Tenjaku Releases New Pure Malt Whisky
Tenjaku is one of the new whisky brands that has appeared over the last few years. We’re not sure if their whiskies had been distilled in Japan, but it appears this new pure malt is. Get the scoop from The Whiskey Wash.
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