Sake might just be the most famous example of rice wine - though, rice "wine" is actually brewed, similar to beer. Like wine, sake can range from dry to sweet, and there are many different types and qualities. So how do you know what to look for? Well, we suggest heading to your local Japanese restaurant and making no plans for the next day...
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Lotte Citron Chum Churum Soju is distilled with the purest ingredients, the highest attention to details and a flavor unmatched by any other soju. A traditional Korean liquor distilled from rice, potato and sweet potato, Soju has a lightly sweet, crisp and clean taste.$8.95 Bottle
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Bamboo charcoal filtration means this is clean, pure soju. For those unfamiliar with this Korean classic, it's distilled from rice, and is the best-selling liquor in the world. Similar to vodka, it is mostly consumed neat (but it can make a quirky twist on a sake bomb).$12.50 Bottle
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Zenkuro NZ Sake 750ml
750ml
For those who have not drunk sake before, or those who have, but drank too much too quickly, we suggest you try this smooth, light, easy drinking style. Zenkuro Original is a great alternative to either white or red wine with your meal, it is a great match with a wide range of Japanese, European or Kiwi dishes.$52.95 Bottle -
Fruit liqueur made only from Japanese ume. Light and fresh. Enjoy chilled & straight, on-the-rocks, or mixed with juice$16.95 Bottle
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Satsuma Shiranami has natural sweetness of sweet potato with a full body and aroma.$37.95 Bottle