WSET Level 2 Award in Sake: Looking behind the label (English edition)

The WSET Level 2 Award in Sake: Looking behind the label is an essential guide to discovering and understanding the various styles of sake and the brewing processes used by producers. Whether you are a sake or hospitality professional, or simply a sake enthusiast, this book will provide you with valuable knowledge to evaluate the quality of sakes and make informed choices.

Learn how to describe and assess the quality of sakes using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Sake (SAT). Discover the mandatory and optional ingredients used by brewers, as well as the different varieties of rice used in sake production. Explore the processes of making steamed white rice and kōji, and understand the importance of rice polishing ratios and different kōji styles for various sake types. Study the main techniques from fermentation starter to dilution and packaging, and learn how technical choices influence different sake styles. Familiarize yourself with common labeling terms, including their Japanese writing.

• For sake and hospitality professionals: Offer valuable advice on sake selection and service to your colleagues and customers.
• For sake enthusiasts: Learn how to choose the perfect sakes for any occasion with a deep understanding of sake styles and quality.
  
  This book is an essential resource for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of sake, whether for professional or personal reasons.