The latest happenings at Sake Club India.
A fresh wave of premium sakes has officially made its debut in the Indian market, adding an exciting layer of diversity into the country’s rapidly evolving beverage scenario. We at Sake Club India were recently fortunate enough to sample these new arrivals firsthand, pairing them alongside an acclaimed multi-course spread at Kofuku New Delhi. The […]
Liquid Elegance: A Fresh Wave of Premium SakesĀ in India Read More Ā»
Japanās National Tax Agency (NTA) made a quiet but significant announcement on October 1, 2025. Three prefecturesāKyoto, Tottori, and Fukuokaāreceived Geographical Indication (GI) status for their sake, all on the same day. For those of us who follow Japanese sake closely, this was a moment worth registering. It signalled a sharpening of identity in a
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Choosing the right bottle of sake isnāt just about milling ratesāitās about setting the tone. Whether youāre hosting a lively get-together or enjoying a quiet, reflective meal, thereās always a sake that can rise to the occasion. With that in mind, weāve put together a curated selection of sake that feels especially at home in
From Toasts to Traditions: 10 Sakes to Enjoy in this New Year Read More Ā»
Here in Japan February 5th is Nigori Day. It was created by Kenji Miwa, President of Miwa Shuzo in Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture. He is also known as the Nigori king. The reason that it is on February 5th is because “Ni” in Japanese means two as in the 2nd month. “Go” in Japanese is
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Having closely observed the growth of wine in India over the past 15 yearsāand more recently, sakeāI firmly believe that the time is ripe for shochu to make its mark in Indiaās promising alcoholic beverage market. My confidence stems from the remarkable success of spirits like craft gin and agave, which have left Indian consumers
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With 2024 behind us, I find myself reflecting on the year gone by filled with milestones for Sake in India. 2024 saw a pivotal growth and 2025 is likely to be even better by building up on the good work of the year gone by. Here are five enabling factors from 2024 that will help
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Indiaās culinary scene has reached an exciting new frontier, thanks to an ambitious project led by Kampai, a reckonable name in the Indian restaurant industry. In a first for the nation, authentic Japanese soy sauce called Chiba Shoyu is now being produced locally. This development marks a historic moment in Indo-Japanese collaboration. This milestone comes
September-October 2024 was designated as āJapan Monthā by the Embassy of Japan in India, with the goal of strengthening bilateral relations between India and Japan across various sectors. The wide range of activities during Japan Month includes seminars, symposia, and exhibitions, with Japanese drinks and cuisine playing a key role in the festivities. We had
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World Sake Day, or Nihonshu no Hi in Japanese, is celebrated every year on October 1st, marking the start of the traditional Sake brewing season in Japan. Established in 1978 by the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association, this day honours Japanās ancient sake brewing traditions and invites the world to join in the celebration.
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