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WSET Sake Level 1 vs Level 2: What’s the Difference?

If you want to study sake, choosing between WSET Sake courses can feel confusing at first. Should you begin with Level 1, or are you ready to go straight to Level 2? So, before you enrol, here is a clear...

September 8, 2026

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Understanding Key Sake Labelling Terms

Pick up a bottle of sake for the first time and the label can feel difficult to decode. Terms such as junmai, honjozo, ginjo and daiginjo can leave beginners unsure about what they are buying. However, understanding sake labelling terms...

September 1, 2026

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Sake 101: What is Koji?

Rice, water and yeast may sound like enough to make sake. However, one crucial ingredient connects them all: koji. If you are learning about sake production, understanding what koji is helps unlock the entire process. Sake is madefrom rice, which...

August 27, 2026

More Than Fermented Rice: Understanding Sake Ingredients

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More Than Fermented Rice: Understanding Sake Ingredients

If you are new to sake, you may have heard it described as “Japanese rice wine”. That description sounds convenient, but it does not explain how sake actually works. So, what is sake made of, and is sake really a...

August 18, 2026

Why Beverage Professionals Should Do Sake Courses

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Why Beverage Professionals Should Do Sake Courses

Think wine knowledge is enough to build a successful beverage career? It is a great foundation. However, the drinks world is much bigger than wine. For young hospitality and beverage professionals, sake is an exciting category to add to your...

August 13, 2026

Work in Wine Industry: A Beginner’s Career Guide

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Work in Wine Industry: A Beginner’s Career Guide

If you love wine, you may have wondered what it takes to work in the wine industry. The good news is that you do not need to be a wine expert to work in this industry. However, enthusiasm alone will...

August 11, 2026

Award-Winning Indian Red Wines Under ₹2,500

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Award-Winning Indian Red Wines Under ₹2,500

Indian red wines have stopped being an afterthought. These days, they’re genuinely complex, well-crafted, and compete with international wines. The best part? You can buy award-winning bottles without spending a fortune. Under ₹2,500, there are red wines with serious character,...

July 24, 2026

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What Is the Golden Ratio: Mixology 101

Have you ever wondered why some cocktails feel perfectly balanced while others taste too strong, too sweet or overwhelmingly sour? The answer often comes down to one simple principle known as the Golden Ratio. While cocktail recipes can appear complicated,...

July 23, 2026

How to Prepare for Your WSET Level 3 in Wines Exam

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How to Prepare for Your WSET Level 3 in Wines Exam

If you’ve signed up for the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines, you’ve probably heard the same thing from everyone who has taken it before: this is where things get serious. That shouldn’t intimidate you. However, it should encourage you...

July 21, 2026

Best Rums For Monsoon: Award-Winning Recommendations

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Best Rums For Monsoon: Award-Winning Recommendations

There’s something about monsoon that makes us crave a good rum. As the rains darken the skies and the air turns thick with moisture, rum suddenly make perfect sense. It’s become the default go-to for many drinkers this season—and for...

July 17, 2026

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WSET Sake Level 1 vs Level 2: What’s the Difference?

Understanding Key Sake Labelling Terms

Sake 101: What is Koji?

More Than Fermented Rice: Understanding Sake Ingredients

Why Beverage Professionals Should Do Sake Courses

Work in Wine Industry: A Beginner’s Career Guide

Award-Winning Indian Red Wines Under ₹2,500

What Is the Golden Ratio: Mixology 101

How to Prepare for Your WSET Level 3 in Wines Exam

Best Rums For Monsoon: Award-Winning Recommendations

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