What Does Sake Price Actually Buy You?
Why is sake expensive? The price mostly pays for rice polishing, premium rice, and hand labor — not superiority. Here is what a higher price tag actually buys.
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The Science of Polishing: Why Grinding Away Rice Makes Better Sake
Why is sake rice polished? Milling away the grain’s outer layers removes the proteins and fats that cause rough flavors, leaving the pure starch heart. Here is the science.
