Sake to Me

Everyone loves bubbles, however, sadly, not everyone loves sake. But mix the two together and it is a whole new ballgame! Sparkling sake has less alcohol than regular sake and tends to be slightly sweeter, which may win over sake-phobic friends. We like Fukucho Seaside Sparkling Sake (MSRP $33 for 500ml) and love that it comes from one of Japan’s few female brewmasters, Miho Imada. The citrus and apple notes pair well with seafood, such as shrimp, and mild cheeses, like burrata.

SAKE OVERVIEW

Sparkling sake made through secondary fermentation in bottle. Toji Miho Imada uses a little white koji in this sake, resulting in citrus notes and refreshing finish.

Grade: Junmai
Rice: Nakase Shinsenbon
Seimaibuai: 70%
Alcohol: 13%
Size: 500ml
Suggested Retail Price: $33

TASTING NOTES

Crisp notes of lemon-lime and apple aromas with a soft, frothy finish.

FOOD PAIRING

Pairs well with seafood. Try with West Coast oysters, spicy shellfish dishes or fruit-based desserts.