Tag: Genshu

Over 80% of a finished bottle of sake is pure water, making it a crucial component from start to finish. So, do you add water to sake yourself? The answer is nuanced, as while most commercially bottled sake is already diluted by brewers, adding water or ice can be a valid technique for customizing your drinking experience, especially with higher-alcohol Genshu sake.

With average alcohol by volume (ABV) often ranging from 15% to 20%, sake is typically three to four times stronger than a standard beer, which is around 4% to 6% ABV. This major difference in potency comes from the distinct brewing processes of each beverage, dramatically shaping a drinker's experience.