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Our expansive portfolio reflects Takara’s mastery of the art of sake brewing. From our Berkeley, California brewery, our products include the flagship “Sho Chiku Bai” brand of premium sake, flavored sake, plum wine and mirin, all of which are crafted with traditional techniques, modern technology and the highest standards. Also, we import specialty sake and shochu from our sister breweries and distilleries in Japan, where Takara’s expertise and position as the industry leader has been widely recognized for over 180 years.
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Cocktail Recipe
Swan Dive
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sho Chiku Bai Nigori Silky Mild | 2.5 oz |
| Strawberry Juice | 1 oz |
| Giffard Banane du Bresil | 0.75 oz |
| Lemon Juice | 0.5 oz |
Shake & Strain
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a swan vessel and garnish with mint.
The photo & recipe by Amy Traynor. moodymixologist.com
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It Starts With a Single Grain of Rice
Our junmai sake production acheives a delicate balance between traditional sake-making craftsmanship and advanced sake brewing technology.
- 1. Rice Polishing
- 2. Rice Washing
- 3. Rice Soaking
- 4. Rice Steaming
- 5. Koji (Koji Rice) Cultivation
- 6. Yeast Starter (Shubo or Moto)
- 7. Create the Main mash (Moromi)
- 8. Pressing
- 9. Filtration
- 10. Pasteurization
- 11. Aging
- 12. Bottling and Distribution
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Our junmai sake production acheives a delicate balance between traditional sake-making craftsmanship and advanced sake brewing technology.
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Explore our Sake Museum to uncover ancient sake-making techniques and witness their fusion with modern technology, creating a rich tapestry of tradition and innovation.