Sparkling Saké 1 Items Follow

Sparkling saké, or "awa-zake," is an increasingly popular category due to its refreshing, lighter flavor profile and lower alcohol content. Sparkling saké is most commonly Ginjo or Daiginjo grade and can gain its effervescence through different methods. The easiest method is by injecting carbon dioxide to finished saké, or carbonation. The other method is natural fermentation, which allows secondary fermentation to occur by sealing the saké with the live yeast and koji in tank or in bottle, keeping carbon dioxide inside to create bubbles in a similar fashion to sparkling wine or Champagne. While a wide array of sparkling saké styles exists, it is a great place to start for saké beginners.