Winter Favourites: Sake Essentials for This Season
The winter festivities are upon us, with Mariah Carey coming out of her annual hibernation to feature on every audio broadcasting system in earshot, and the smell of cloves and cinnamon permeating the horribly cold wind.
As you probably know by now, here at Mai we advocate for sake every day and everywhere, so we can’t be caught slacking without a seasonal-sake-recommendation blog post! So if you need a break from your Baileys hot chocolate or mulled wine, here are our top 3 sake to enjoy this season.
Though it may be a little obvious from the name and label, Orange Eikun is juicy, zesty and as close to a clementine as a sake can be. The brewers have determinedly influenced the outcome of this sake, unpasteurised, undiluted and unfiltered, making it a triple threat with its expressive personality. Every sip stays vibrant and flavourful with a hint of warming Christmas spice. Full-bodied, colourful and delicious, this sake is a perfect accompaniment for present-wrapping or a festive feast!
There’s a reason this special sake keeps appearing on our blog - it’s just too good. This smooth, more-ish sake can can be warmed, chilled, steeped and sipped for any occasion, and don’t get us started on its food pairing compatibility! Keep an eye on our Instagram for our upcoming ‘Mai Spiced Sake’ recipe for additional inspiration on how to enjoy this delicious drink.
The perfect stocking filler for anyone in your good-books this year. Created with a laid-back, easy-to-drink nature on the island of Shodoshima, Mori is only sold in 300ml bottles. This makes it the perfect choice for a casual night of catching up with friends and family, or a perfect example to introduce your novice friends to the world of sake. With a hint of light, powdery marshmallow-like sweetness, this sake has enough flavour to keep everyone entertained.
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So however you’re enjoying the festive season, we hope our recommendations can help enhance it with the right bottle of Mai Sake!
