Sake, more intuitively.

"I don't know which brewery to choose."
"I want to know which sake suits me."

For those people, TOKYO SAKE BASE classifies sake with various tags.

Taste, brewing method, drinking style, scene.

The world of sake is vast, but by choosing from tags, it becomes easier to find a bottle that suits your preferences.

TOKYO SAKE BASE's 3 Taste Classifications

At TOKYO SAKE BASE, we classify tastes into three main categories:

Aromatic
Clean
Rich

We consider these three categories.

More intuitive and easier to understand than typical sake charts.

"What kind of mood am I in today?"
"What kind of food should I pair it with?"

We hope you'll choose your sake from this perspective.

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This type has a fresh aroma and a gorgeous, fruity fragrance.
It's approachable even for those new to sake, and recommended as a toast or a first drink.
Namazake (unpasteurized sake) and sparkling sake often fall into this category.

Recommended for:

・Sake beginners
・Those who like fruity alcoholic beverages
・Wine lovers

 

A light and crisp type that pairs well with food.
It harmonizes with delicate dishes like sashimi and appetizers, and is popular as a food-pairing sake.
Sakes with acidity often fall into this category.

Recommended for:

・Those who want to enjoy it with meals
・Those who like sake that's easy to drink without getting tired
・White wine lovers

 

A type with a strong rice umami, sweetness, and richness.
Low-polished sake and kijoshu also fall into this category.
It's recommended to pair it with rich-flavored dishes such as meat dishes, hot pot, and nimono (simmered dishes).

Recommended for:

・Those who want to enjoy the umami characteristic of sake
・Those who like richness and depth from aging
・Red wine lovers

 

This is unpasteurized, fresh, and vibrant sake.
It often has a gorgeous aroma and a youthful taste close to freshly pressed sake, making it recommended for toasts or the start of a meal. Please store it in the refrigerator.

 

This is undiluted sake, allowing you to enjoy the full strength of the sake as it was pressed.
It is characterized by a powerful, umami-rich, sweet, and satisfying taste. It pairs well with rich dishes such as meat dishes, nimono (simmered dishes), and hot pot.

 

At TOKYO SAKE BASE, sake with a rice polishing ratio of 40% or less is considered highly polished.
It tends to have a delicate, clear taste with less雑味 (off-flavors), and often features a gorgeous ginjo aroma.
You can enjoy the soft umami of the rice and a clean finish.

 

At TOKYO SAKE BASE, sake with a rice polishing ratio of 70% or more is considered low-polished.
It often allows you to enjoy the original umami of the rice and complex flavors, and sometimes has a slightly yellowish tint.
It pairs well with hearty dishes such as hot pot and meat dishes.

 

At TOKYO SAKE BASE, sake with an alcohol content of 12% or less is categorized as low alcohol.
While light and easy to drink, it's a category that challenges the brewer's skill to maintain a core flavor.
Its popularity has grown significantly in recent years.

 

There are those with added carbonation and those that naturally generate bubbles through secondary fermentation in the bottle.
They are perfect for toasts, and also pair excellently with fruits and desserts.
When opening, it's recommended to chill well and slowly release the gas.

 

This sake enhances its umami and aroma when warmed.
While the ideal serving temperature varies by sake, TOKYO SAKE BASE primarily selects types with firm acidity and rich umami.
This drinking style can be enjoyed year-round, not just in cold seasons.

 

There are various sake contests both in Japan and abroad.
This tag introduces sake that has received awards in such competitions and evaluations.
"I want to start with a reliable bottle."
It's also recommended for those who think that.

 

We've gathered items that are visually appealing, come in special boxes, and are easy to choose as gifts.
Not only for sake lovers,
"I don't know what to choose."
This is a popular category for those who feel this way.
Please consider it for seasonal greetings, celebrations, and thank-you gifts.

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