{"product_id":"9784805316511","title":"Exploring the World of Japanese Craft Sake","description":"Author: Nancy Matsumoto\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9784805316511\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Berkeley Books\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 01 Apr 2022\u003cbr\u003ePages: 256\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis stunning guide invites you into the story of sake  an ancient beverage finding its way in a modern world.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a sake novice or an experienced connoisseur, \u003ci\u003eExploring the World of Japanese Craft Sake\u003c\/i\u003e offers fascinating insights, practical tips, and rich stories about this popular beverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthors and experts Nancy Matsumoto and Michael Tremblay personally undertook the challenge of visiting 33 artisanal sake breweries in Japan, the US, and Canada to interview makers and document every stage of the sake brewing process. Nancy's celebrated journalistic background combined with Michael's sake sommelier experience have led to an engaging and informative look at the world of sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith over 300 colour photos and a lively narrative, this fascinating book provides:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA comprehensive introduction to the science and history of sake brewing in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA look at how fine craft sakes are brewed today using traditional methods and no additives  only rice, water, koji, and yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistories of Japan's venerable breweries, some of them over 300 years old!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn answer to why some breweries are able to turn out a superior quality of sake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA discussion of rice varieties and 'terroirs' where exceptional sakes are produced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent trends in the world of sake, including the fine sakes now brewed outside Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTasting notes and recommendations for top craft sakes you have not heard about yet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book also includes personal recipes from several top Japanese brew masters along with food-pairing tips and the authors' own personal recommendations for the best sake bars in Japan and overseas!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46875661172894,"sku":"ADS-9784805316511","price":34.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9784805316511.jpg?v=1779755157","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9784805316511","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}