Saké Pure + Simple: Facts, Tips, Lore, Libation

by Griffith Frost, John Gauntner

Grif Frost's SakéOne brewery has revolutionized how Americans drink saké-not hot but lightly chilled. Here he and saké expert John Gauntner provide useful and fun facts about brewing, history, tasting, connoisseurship, selection, and etiquette. This updated edition includes new saké bars and shops, plus a new introduction by Andrew Weil, M.D., on saké as a natural, pure beverage. Griffith Frost is CEO of SakéOne in Forest Grove, Oregon. John Gauntner has written several books on saké.

Genres: Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1999

Reviews

[Suzie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short book about how sake is made, various types of sake, what to eat with it, what qualities to look for when you are tasting it, how to drink it, a list of places to buy it (in person and on line), lists of major breweries, and even a few recipes (both cocktails and food). It is very US oriented, though there is a large portion of the book about Japanese sake and traditions. There are also a few notes on Australian sakes. It's informative, and interesting enough if you have an interest in the subject.

[Garrett · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short, very concise but informative guide to sake for the complete beginner. Covers the brewing process, etiquette, styles and types, and even has cocktail and food recipes. Definitely a good primer, or just a quick read for the curious gourmet.

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice detail and general info about the history of Sake, how to identify quality sake, and how to prepare and drink it without offending.