You can’t think of Japan and not think of sake, the rice wine that’s won hearts worldwide. Did you know that it’s possible to make delicious cocktails out of it too? So stop taking shots of sake (but they’re so good, we know!), and save some for these recipes. We promise you won’t regret it. Try these 5 sake cocktails at home for a taste of Japan!
5 Sake Cocktails For A Taste Of Japan
- Zucchini Sake
- Japanese Sling
- Sake Melon Slush
- Tamagozake
- Ginza Mary
- Sake Bomb
1. Zucchini Sake
It’s going to get deliciously weird with this Zucchini Sake cocktail that’s, if nothing, extremely memorable. This refreshing drink uses zucchini water and pairs it with the slightly sweet sake to create magic. Try it once and you’ll be surprised how this simple recipe tastes so delicious!
Ingredients
- 2 zucchinis
- 1 ounce of simple syrup
- 2 ounces of sake
How To Make A Zucchini Sake Cocktail
- Shred zucchinis with grater and squeeze through cheesecloth to obtain water
- Mix zucchini water, lemon simple syrup and and sake in a cocktail shaker with ice
- Pour into glass filled with ice and add zucchini ribbon for garnish.
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2. Japanese Sling
You must’ve definitely heard of Singapore Slings. How about trying something different and making a Japanese Sling instead? It’s got cherry, lemon, sugar and of course sake, but it’s not sickeningly sweet – it’s just right!
Ingredients
- 2 ounces of Hakushika sake
- ½ ounce of cherry brandy
- 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ ounce of simple syrup
- A splash of soda
- Maraschino cherry and an orange slice to garnish
How To Make A Japanese Sling Cocktail
- Pour all ingredients except soda into a shaker filled with ice and shake gently.
- Strain into tall glass and add ice cubes.
- Fill with soda.
- Garnish with cherry and orange slices on a cocktail pin and serve with straw.
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3. Sake Melon Slush
It’s a granita, it’s a cocktail, it’s slush and it’s a whole lotta sake! This one’s got our heart, solely because something this cold and fresh would us from Bombay heat. Eat it or drink it but definitely try your hand at this tasty and refreshing drink.
Ingredients
- 2 cups melon cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1-inch piece of ginger, finely chopped
- 1 ounce of lime juice
- 1 ounce of honey
- 1 ounce of sake
- Lemon wedge to garnish
How To Make A Sake Melon Slush Cocktail
- Add all ingredients into a blender and blend well for 30 seconds.
- Pour into a wide metal pan (preferably 9″x9″) and freeze until solid.
- When ready to serve, gently scrape with a fork until fluffy.
- Serve in a small glass and garnish with a lemon wedge.
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4. Tamagozake
When drinking Japanese liquor, do as the Japanese do. This eggnog-like cocktail is a traditional Japanese flu remedy, believe it or not. We can’t guarantee that it tastes brilliant but it does its job brilliantly well, and we’re guessing a few of these would get you drunk too.
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoon of sugar
- 6 ounces of sake
How To Make A Tamagozake Cocktail
- Mix egg and sugar in a small bowl.
- Pour sake into a microwavable cup and microwave until hot at 50°C.
- Add sake into egg mixture gradually and mix well.
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5. Ginza Mary
A unique twist on a Bloody Mary, this cocktail is named after a popular nightlife district in Tokyo, so you know it’s good. It’s a great way to use your sake in a way that doesn’t deviate from the original. You could also use some other variant of a hot sauce instead of Tabasco if that’s not to your liking.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces of vodka
- 1 ounce of sake
- 2 ounces of tomato juice
- ½ ounce of lemon juice
- 3-5 dashes Tabasco sauce
- 2 dashes soy sauce
- Pinch (or two) ground pepper
How To Make A Ginza Mary Cocktail
- Pour all ingredients except pepper into a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake well and pour into glass.
- Add fresh pepper on top.
Summing Up
Sake is a spirit that is known for its intense and rich flavors. So, it shouldn’t come to you as a surprise that it tastes absolutely great in mixed drinks. Try any of the above mentioned sake cocktails this weekend. The cocktail connoisseur inside you is definitely going to be delighted!
FAQs
What Is The Taste Of Japanese Sake?
Sake is known to have fruity aromas and flavors. Most people often compare its taste to that of white wine.
What Sake Is Best For Cocktails?
Daiginjo or Jingo sake are said to be the best for making cocktails.
What Is Sake Japanese Drink?
Sake is a traditional alcoholic Japanese drink that is made from fermented rice.
What Are Good Sake Drinks?
Zucchini Sake, Japanese Sling, and Sake Melon Slush are some good sake drinks.
What Are The Main Types Of Sake?
Junmai, Junmai Jingo, Daijingo, and Nigori are some of the main types of sake.
What Sake Is The Sweetest?
Kijoushu sake is known to have a strong sweetness to it.
What Is A Good Sake To Try For The First Time?
Beginners can try Junmai, Jingo, or Daiginjo if they’re trying sake for the first time.
