Discover the World of Japanese Alcoholic Beverages
Sake is a fermented rice beverage recognized by UNESCO in 2024 and far more than a drink at the end of a Japanese meal. In this session, Pablo Alomar Salvioni explores Nihonshu, from its origins and centuries of craftsmanship to its revival as a premium category with fewer than 1,200 breweries today. Discover rice, water, koji and yeast, polishing ratios, styles from Junmai to Dai Ginjo, and its harmony with diverse cuisines.
Main Stage - The Horeca HubSake is a fermented rice beverage recognized by UNESCO in 2024 and far more than a drink at the end of a Japanese meal. In this session, Pablo Alomar Salvioni explores Nihonshu, from its origins and centuries of craftsmanship to its revival as a premium category with fewer than 1,200 breweries today. Discover rice, water, koji and yeast, polishing ratios, styles from Junmai to Dai Ginjo, and its harmony with diverse cuisines.
