Sake

Japan's national drink is produced in a variety of styles, from fresh and fruity sparkling Sake through pure Junmai Daiginjo all the way to rich and full-bodied unfiltered Nigori. Quality is often associated with the "polishing level" of the short grain rice used to produce it, with higher levels of polishing leading to a cleaner, purer expressions. Understanding Sake can be challenging for many, as it comes in so many styles and often labeled in Japanese characters. The word Ginjo indicates a fruity and more floral style; Daiginjo literally means "big ginjo" and will have even more fruity and floral notes.