ASK AN EXPERT
We asked Luke Bensley, founder of Birmingham’s Japanese-inspired cocktail bar Ikigai, to help us better understand sake.
1 ARE THERE DIFFERENT TYPES OF SAKE?
If you’ve tried one variety and weren’t impressed, it doesn’t mean that you won’t like a different sake – it can be aged, sparkling, flavoured, sweet, sharp, light, cloudy, clear and everything in-between. If you’re new to the world of sake and find a place that has a good selection, ask the bartender for recommendations. Or, if you’re feeling brave, dive in. If you find a sake you like, make a note of the style and flavour – this will help you choose something similar in future.
2 HOW DO I ORDER SAKE?
Traditionally, a standard serving size is called a…
