Join Tim and John in this recap of their sake adventures in 2023, where they share favorite sake stories and episodes. Discover the history and taste of Brooklyn Quora Blue Door June Mind Nama Sake, hear about setting sake resolutions, trying sake cosmetics, and exploring Golden Week in Japan. And don't forget to show gratitude to listeners for their support!
Exploring favorite sake stories and episodes from 2023.
Setting quantifiable goals for sake education and live shows in 2024.
Deep dives
Tasting the Brooklyn Quora Blue Door June Mind Nama
The hosts taste the Brooklyn Quora Blue Door June Mind Nama, a beloved local favorite with a notable rice-forward profile. This flagship sake, named after a blue door that has turned black now, remains iconic. The sake boasts a 17% alcohol content, a plus three SMV, and uses American-grown Yamada Nishiki and Kalrose rices milled to 70% and 60%. The hosts enjoy its rice and fruit mixture, finding it food-friendly and a comfort drink.
Reflecting on 2023 Resolutions and Setting 2024 Goals
The hosts review their 2023 Saki Revolution resolutions, with one aiming to visit Japan and successfully doing so thrice, while the other resolves to focus more on sake and food pairings. They discuss the importance of setting quantifiable goals. For 2024, one host plans to engage in formal sake education for a certification, while the other aims to organize live Saki Revolution shows for audience interaction.
Highlights of 2023 - Live Events and Memorable Episodes
The hosts recount their favorite memories from 2023, including a live show at the American Crafts Sake Festival and trying sake cosmetics. They mention the enjoyable learning experiences from navigating new endeavors like live streaming and live events. Other highlights include a memorable show at the festival and an engaging two-hour live stream on Saki Day, showcasing exciting moments and shared laughter.
Episode 162. With 2023 drawing to a close, it's time to take a look back at the sake year that was. Join us this week for some casual sipping and some discussion on the highlights, surprises and challenges of this past year's sake adventures. Tim and John both let us know their favorite sake stories and their favorite episodes from the past year. Do you know which episode was our most downloaded from 2023? Let us know in the comments and we look forward to another year of great sake and many kanpais. Happy Sake New Year! #SakeRevolution