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Introductory Sake Professional
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Introductory Sake Professional
  • Classroom Cost: $199.00
  • Online Cost: $199.00

Course Details

Duration:

Classroom: 2 hours. Online ZOOM: 2 hours.
Includes:

Classroom: 6 Sake Samples, Printed Workbook, Digital Certificate Online: Online Zoom Platform, Digital Book, Online Exam, Certificate. Want the full experience? You can add a printed course booklet, official printed certificate, and a lapel pin to your booking during checkout—just tick the box.

What's Covered

This beginner-level course is the perfect starting point for anyone curious about the world of sake. Designed for both enthusiasts and hospitality professionals, it introduces the rich history, production methods, and cultural significance of Japan’s most iconic beverage.

You’ll learn:

The story of sake: from ancient rituals to modern dining

The basic brewing process and key ingredients

Major sake styles and classifications

How to taste and serve sake with confidence

Through a guided tasting of various sake styles, you'll gain a clear understanding of flavor profiles, serving temperatures, and food pairings. This hands-on session is ideal for building basic selection and recommendation skills for retail, restaurants, or personal enjoyment.

Participants receive a Certificate of Completion and a deeper appreciation for this refined and enigmatic drink.

Tasting Samples 

In this concise yet enlightening session, you'll explore 6 curated sake samples, each selected to introduce the foundational styles, flavors, and brewing techniques of Japan’s national beverage.

Your guided tasting will include:

Junmai – The purest expression of rice, water, and koji; rich and umami-driven.

Ginjo – Elegant and aromatic, showcasing refined brewing and polished rice.

Daiginjo – Delicate, floral, and luxurious—Japan’s highest-grade sake style.

Nigori – Cloudy, textured, and slightly sweet; a rustic, unfiltered favorite.

Namazake (Unpasteurized) – Fresh, lively, and vibrant, offering a glimpse into seasonal sake.

Honjozo or Genshu – A punchier style that illustrates alcohol adjustment or undiluted strength.

Each sake is introduced with context on production methods, flavor profile, and ideal serving suggestions. By the end, you'll have a confident understanding of sake categories, tasting techniques, and style recognition—all in under two hours.

Who Should Attend

  • Ideal for those pursuing an interest in saké
  • Great gift idea for lovers of Japanese food and culture
  • No previous experience of sake tasting is necessary to register on this course
  • The course fee includes study materials, tuition, guided tasting of 6 premium sakés and certification

Assessment

No Exam! Attendees can enjoy a relaxed and informative afternoon/evening!

Course participants will receive an official certificate of participation from the prestigious Sake Sommelier Association (SSA).

What’s Next:

Certified Sake Sommelier

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