Sipping Sake with Berry Bros. & Rudd
Britain's Original Wine & Spirit Merchant Select Top Five Sakes to Warm up with this Winter
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(Hong Kong, 29 November 2017) Sake – the traditional Japanese alcoholic beverage – has been a part of Japan’s culture since 300BC, but with the growing popularity and high regard for Japanese food in Hong Kong, sake is now enjoying its well-deserved admiration from modern drinkers too. Berry Bros. & Rudd’s Master of Sake, certified by the Sake Service Institute, Jacky Cheung comments “We’re seeing a new style of sake emerge from a new generation of sake producers looking to wine production to keep fruity flavours and freshness intact, with some adding bubbles for a sparkling sake. But the appeal doesn’t end there; sake is also high in amino acids and low on acidity which is perfect for the conscious drinkers of today too.” Sake can be served hot, cold or at room temperature and can be enjoyed in many different styles. Cheung adds, “Sakes with good floral and fruit notes, normally found in Daiginjo or Ginjo level bottles, are best enjoyed cold. The chilled temperature can open up the aromatics, which will disappear when heated, and drinking sake in wine glasses will also release more subtle flavours and aromas too. Sakes with higher alcohol content and a stronger taste of rice are best enjoyed warm. The heat can help soften the (alcohol) blow, making it smoother whilst enhancing the taste of umami.” With a selection of their Top 5, Berry Bros. & Rudd present their favourite body-warming sakes to enjoy this winter:
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A sake with a gentle and clean fragrance like the Ken, Junmai Ginjo Sake, Katsuyama (HK$328 / 72cl) should be enjoyed chilled. An exceptional Junmai Ginjo that holds an elegant yet supple fullness, “Ken” is well-balanced, slightly dry but smooth sake and begs to be paired with fish or lightly flavoured appetisers to begin the meal.
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“Den” meaning tradition, refers to the traditional way this sake is brewed. The Den, Junmai Daiginjo Sake, Katsuyama (HK$438 / 72 cl) is a well-rounded sake, featuring a fruity and citrus aroma with a crisp and rich umami that lingers, making this an ideal sake for dishes such as sweet teriyaki or intensely flavoured meat and fish dishes such as salmon.
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En Tokubetsu Junmai Sake (HK$258 / 72cl) has a hint of sweetness and a short crisp finish of Japanese nashi pear. Made with optimum terroir expression in mind, this sake uses local rice with an indigenous Miyagi yeast strain and soft water flowing in from the popular ski-resort mountain Izumigatake. An excellent accompaniment with steak or cheese. |
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This Sensho Masamune is a true representation of Sendai (the city in Japan’s Tohoku Region) and its superior sake brewing tradition. The Sensho Masamune Junmai Daiginjo Sake (HK$338 / 72cl) is a wine lovers’ sake, with hints of dried fruit and sumptuous chocolate, maintaining a rich umami that complements grilled meats and seafood. |
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The only brewery in Japan to adopt the most luxurious and meticulous brewing method of producing only one tank per week and the highest class of sake, The Katsuyama sake brewery have produced the Diamond Akatsuki Sake (HK$2980 / 72 cl). A bright, rich and full bodied sake that is perfect for gifting over the festive season and an extravagant bottle to indulge in. |
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About Berry Bros. & Rudd: With two Royal Warrants, three hundred years of history and eight Masters of Wine, Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain’s original wine and spirit merchant. With services including Wholesale Service, a monthly Wine Club and Cellar Plan, Tutored Tastings, Private Wine Events and a Wine School, we provide the closest link between those who make the wine and those who drink it. We offer a selection of over 4,000 bottles to wine- and spirit-lovers in the UK, Hong Kong and Japan through our stores, warehouses and outlets, and to people across the world through our award-winning website. While we embrace progress, we also value our traditions. We are still run by members of the Berry and Rudd families and we continue to supply the British Royal Family, as we have done since the reign of King George III. Most importantly, we still believe that everything you should look for in a wine or spirit comes down to one simple question: ‘Is it good to drink? For more information, visit www.bbr.com/hk-home Berry Bros. & Rudd’s digital platforms include Facebook, Twitter, expert blogs, iBooks and ‘Berry Bros & Rudd Fine Wine’ app. For more details on Berry Bros. & Rudd Wine Club, visit www.bbr.com/wine-club, or contact Wine Club Manager Ferorsa Choi (Tel +852 2511 2811). Join the conversation on Twitter at #BBRwineclub.
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