Andrew Russell, a renowned sake brewer at Kenbishi, dives into the fascinating history and cultural importance of Nada, a revered sake production area in Japan. He discusses the resilience of Nada's breweries, particularly after the devastating 1995 earthquake. The conversation also touches on the distinctively 'masculine' flavor profile of Nada sake and its modern brewing techniques. Plus, listeners get tips on where to explore this rich sake culture first-hand and insights into the region's stunning success in sake competitions.