London Japanese Saké Tasting

What you can expect:

• 6 x different styles of saké
• 1 x tasting plate to highlight specific characteristics in each saké

What you will learn:

• How saké is made and how production methods differ
• The meaning behind saké quality grades and styles
• The customs and traditions associated with drinking saké
• How food pairings can complement or change your perception of a saké’s flavour
• The proper way to taste saké and how to choose bottles that best suit your taste

Level: Beginner
Style: Guided Saké Tasting
Food Served: Guided Tasting Plate
Good for: Saké Enthusiasts, Saké Curious, Food Pairing Education, Weekend Event

Saké is a versatile beverage that can complement food just as well as wine. It is also an excellent drink to be enjoyed on its own. No wonder, then, that this national drink of Japan is growing in popularity in the West.

This MeetUp group is partnering with VSF Wine Education to invite a saké expert to present 6 premium sakés to demystify the wonderful world of this Japanese drink.

VSF Wine Education is the first and only wine school in London dedicated to the Chinese and Japanese communities. Accredited by the Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) as an Approved Programme Provider, the school has been actively cultivating wine, spirits and saké appreciation and enjoyment in London.

Apart from running training courses, VSF Shop (https://www.vsf.wine/vsf-shop) sells a wide range of sakés, from the highly sought-after Dassai (獺祭) and Tatenokawa (楯野川) to artisanal labels such as Konishi (小西酒造), Aizu Homare (会津 ほまれ) and Hayashi Honten (林本店).

On the day of the event, you'll be able to sample various styles of Japanese saké (Junmai Daiginjo, Daiginjo, Ginjo, Honzojo, Futsushu, etc.) as well as an assortment of Japanese food to pair with the tipples.

You can also purchase your newly found favourite saké on-site at discounted prices (10% off). Whether you are a saké enthusiast or absolute beginner, this is a great chance for you to taste different styles of saké hailing from Japan in one go!

Tickets:
At the door: £45 / person
Early bird tickets for the public: £30 / person
Early bird tickets for MeetUp Members: £20 / person (please PM to get a promo code)

The event will be held on Saturday 13th October 2018 from 2-3pm, 3-4pm and 4-5pm, with max. 18 persons per session.