The popular Japanese sake brand Hiro Sake is expanding its distribution and product portfolio by launching the fermented rice spirit in new international spirit markets. Since the sake label is available in other countries other than just Japan, here are 5 cocktails you can make at home with these delicious recipes.
Top 5 Cocktail Recipes By Hiro Sake
- Lychee Saketini
- Super Hiro
- Pineapple Saketini
- Hiro Sunrise
- Pomegranate Saketini
1. Lychee Saketini
If you are looking forward to trying sake for the first time, I would recommend you try it in a fruity cocktail like this one. High on alcohol with a noticeable flavour of lychee on your palate, a Lychee Saketini will help you experience Japanese summers from the comfort of your living room.
What you’ll need:
- 60 ml Hiro Red
- 30 ml vodka
- 30 ml lychee juice
- 10 ml grenadine
- 4 ice cubes
Instructions:
- Add ice, sake, vodka and lychee juice to a shaker
- Shake well and strain into a glass’
- Top it with grenadine
- Serve
2. Super Hiro
A sake-vodka cocktail, Super Hiro offers the complementary flavours of the two spirits into one chilled glass. Make yourself a serving if you long to experience winters in the midst of an intense summer season.
What you’ll need:
- 75 ml Hiro Junmai Ginjo sake
- 30 ml vodka
- 1 sliced cucumber
- 4 ice cubes
Instructions:
- Add ice, sake and vodka to a shaker
- Shake well and strain into a glass
- Garnish with sliced cucumber
- Serve
3. Pineapple Saketini
Pineapple Saketini blends the tropical pineapple flavour with an authentic taste of Japan. The cocktail can very well feel like a long vacation that lets you explore the beachy Caribbean and pleasant Japan in one single sip!
What you’ll need:
- 60 ml Hiro Red
- 30 ml vodka
- 30 ml pineapple juice
- 1 sliced pineapple
- Serve
Instructions:
- Add ice, sake, vodka and pineapple juice to a shaker
- Shake well and strain into a glass
- Garnish with sliced pineapple
- Serve
4. Hiro Sunrise
This cocktail reminds you of a mesmerizing sunrise not just with its name but also with its colour. An orange-hued creation, Hiro Sunrise is dominated by the aroma and flavour of oranges with sake making the cocktail what it is.
What you’ll need:
- 60 ml Hiro Junmai sake
- 90 ml orange juice
- 15 ml grenadine
- 4 ice cubes
Instructions:
- Add ice to a glass
- Pour sake over ice
- Add orange juice next and stir
- Slowly add grenadine and let it settle
- Serve
5. Pomegranate Saketini
Perfect sour notes of pomegranate supported by the addition of citrus make Pomegranate Saketini a suitable cocktail for pre-meal drinking sessions. Remember to make a few servings, invite your friends over and catching up on all the gossip!
What you’ll need:
- 60 ml Hiro Red
- 30 ml vodka
- 30 ml pomegranate juice
- 10 ml lime juice
- 4 ice cubes
Instructions:
- Add ice, sake, vodka and pomegranate juice to a shaker
- Shake well and strain into a glass
- Top with lime juice
- Serve
Summing Up
Hiro Sake’s diverse cocktails offer a delightful fusion of Japanese culture and global flavors, making it easy to enjoy this fermented rice spirit at home. Whether you’re craving something fruity, tangy, or refreshing, these sake-based recipes provide a unique way to explore the versatility of sake beyond traditional servings. From the Lychee Saketini to the Pomegranate Saketini, each drink brings a touch of elegance and creativity to your cocktail experience, perfect for any occasion. So, grab a bottle of Hiro Sake, try these recipes, and elevate your home bartending skills with a taste of Japan!
FAQs
How to Drink Hiro Sake?
The Junmai Ginjo is incredibly smooth and enjoyable to sip, and it became my favorite of the two. To prepare, pour HIRO JUNMAI GINJO sake and vodka into a cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes. Shake thoroughly, strain into a martini glass, and garnish with a slice of Japanese cucumber.
What Is the Best Sake for Cocktails?
Daiginjo or Ginjo sake are great choices for cocktails, as their primary flavors can effortlessly take center stage. The Joto Gimlet is a fantastic example of how sake can be blended into classic cocktails, offering a fresh twist on a traditional favorite.
How Much Alcohol Is in Hiro Sake?
There is 15% alcohol in Hiro Sake.
