Discover the world of innovative sake packaging with the Kikusui Funaguchi 'Smart Pouch', a modern twist on traditional bottles. Learn how this pouch combines the convenience of a Capri Sun with the quality of boxed wine. Explore the unique design features that make dispensing easy and oxidation-free, perfect for casual gatherings. Uncover the future of sake packaging and its potential impact on the industry.
The Smart Pouch for Sake offers convenience and portability, resembling a blend of Capri Sun and boxed wine.
Exploring funky packaging in Sake reveals innovative options beyond traditional glass bottles, enhancing drinking experiences.
Deep dives
Exploring Funky Packaging in Sake with Smart Pouch
The podcast delves into the concept of funky packaging in the world of Sake, specifically focusing on the Smart Pouch, a 1500 milliliter bag-style packaging for Sake. The hosts discuss the unique design of the Smart Pouch, drawing comparisons to classic boxed wine packaging, highlighting its innovative features like a spout and finger holes for easy handling. They explore how the Smart Pouch offers convenience, portability, and practical advantages for enjoying Sake in various settings, making it a fun and shareable option for Sake enthusiasts.
Kikasui Funaguchi Nama Genshu Hanjozo in a Smart Pouch
The episode features the Kikasui Funaguchi Nama Genshu Hanjozo Sake, typically sold in small cans, now presented in the Smart Pouch packaging. The hosts detail the characteristics of this bold, high-alcohol Sake, discussing its flavor profile, serving suggestions, and the shift from traditional packaging to the innovative pouch format. They highlight the practicality and novelty of the Smart Pouch, emphasizing its suitability for casual gatherings like barbecues and its potential as a convenient and enjoyable drinking experience.
Future Implications of Sake Packaging Innovation
The podcast closes with a reflection on the potential impact of innovative packaging like the Smart Pouch on the future of Sake consumption. The hosts express excitement for the possibilities of premium Sake brands adopting similar packaging solutions, envisioning a more accessible and engaging Sake drinking experience for consumers. They invite listeners to explore the evolving landscape of Sake packaging and anticipate further developments that could revolutionize how Sake is presented and enjoyed.
Episode 167. If we think about sake, usually an image of a glass bottle pops to mind. But if we scratch the surface and investigate a bit more the way that sake is packaged and shipped, there is a world of variety out there you may not have considered! This leads us to our latest series we are calling "Funky Packaging"... think of it as sake beyond the glass bottle. Cups, bags, paks, and today's packaging - the Kikusui Funaguchi "Smart Pouch". It's kinda like a Capri Sun and a boxed wine had a baby. This is definitely not your old school glass sake bottle. The spout allows for quick and easy dispensing with no oxygen exposure and the pouch itself stands up on it's own without a box. Listen in as we explore another variation of funky packaging. #SakeRevolution