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SAKE - The Art and Craft of Japan’s National Drink The definitive illustrated book about Japan's national drink
Sake is more than just a beverage—it's an art form deeply rooted in Japanese culture. And it's enjoying increasing popularity here as well. Expertly written by Germany's #1 sake expert, this opulent illustrated book explores all facets of Japan's cult drink: Generously illustrated chapters illuminate the history and tradition of sake, its key ingredients, the art of sake brewing, aroma and flavor profiles, as well as the rituals and customs of its tasting and its role as a food accompaniment in Japanese and Western cuisine. Featuring atmospheric photographs from Japan, this exquisitely designed volume traces the sake myth and invites readers to discover the craftsmanship and culture of enjoyment of this famous Japanese rice wine.
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High-quality, luxurious volume with special cover and foil embossing
On November 27, 2024, the German Cookbook Prize was awarded at the Hobenköök in Hamburg. "SAKE – Myth. Craftsmanship. Pleasure" by Yoshiko Ueno-Müller was awarded gold in the Beverages category!
On May 21, 2025, the book was awarded Gold at the Swiss Gourmetbook Award; already the third major award after Gold at the German Cookbook Award and the Drinks Book Award from Fortnum & Mason in London.
- Edition: Hardcover, 304 pages, 22.0 x 30.0 cm
- Publication date: October 2, 2024
- ISBN: 978-3-7913-9303-2
First book from Yoshiko Ueno-Müller SAKE - Elixier der japanischen Seele
"Sake is the highest that can be made from rice." Born in winter, enjoyed fresh during cherry blossom season, dedicated to the gods: for centuries, sake has represented an important part of Japanese culinary culture. The West is also gradually discovering the appeal of this traditional Far Eastern elixir. This book is dedicated to its history and production, its properties, and its wealth of variations.
The author is the first female Master of Sake Tasting ever. Her richly illustrated book explains in detail the artisanal production of sake and introduces selected premium sake and sake makers.
It also demonstrates that sake is not only an integral part of the modern Kaseiki haute cuisine of Japanese Michelin-starred chef Yoshizumi Nagaya in Düsseldorf, but also harmonizes perfectly with the top European cuisine of Juan Amador, Christian Bau, Volker Drkosch, Sven Elverfeld, Nils Henkel, Alan Ogden and Tim Raue.
World Champion Sommelier Markus Del Monego and several of his colleagues demonstrate with their tasting commentaries that sake, as a multifaceted culinary partner, is equal to local wines and thus an indispensable part of global wine culture.
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- 1st edition, March 8, 2013, hardcover (Gebrüder Kornmayer Publishing)
- Product information: 240 pages
- Dimensions: 26.0 x 21.0 cm, book, food & drink
- ISBN: 978-3-942051-46-0
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