Which new bourbon are we pumped about? What does it take to be a master journeyman? Where are we excited to travel to next? Each week, The Manual Podcast invites an expert, artisan, or craftsman for a roundtable discussion on what’s new, exciting, and unique in their trade.
For this week’s episode of The Manual Podcast, Greg and Sam sit down with co-founder and head brewer of Brooklyn Kura sake brewery, Brandon Doughan.
Sake, a traditional fermented beverage from Japan, is a delicious, if not slightly misunderstood beverage, so we wanted to set the record straight. Doughan takes us through what it actually is — a beer? a wine? something else — and how it’s made. Then, he dives into the different styles and how they are distinguished. As it turns out, the polish on rice determines much of the sake, such as the mouthfeel and the general flavor qualities (as well as the quality).
Are you familiar with sake? Have you had it when it wasn’t 2-for-1 and warm at your local sushi joint? Do you have a favorite style? Let us know. We want to hear from you. If you ever have a question or comment for The Manual Podcast folks, give us a shout at podcast@themanual.com — we’re always around! Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter so you can join the discussion. Don’t forget, too, to rate and review the podcast where you download it.
Further Reading
- What Is Sake? Everything You Need to Know About Japan’s Ancient Rice Wine
- Shake Up Your Drinking Routine with these Easy Sake Cocktails
- Food and Sake Pairings that aren’t Traditional Japanese Dishes
