What’s Your Sake Style? Take the Quiz
Not sure what kind of sake you like? Start with what you already enjoy.
Instead of learning all the technical terms first, our simple sake personality quiz helps you discover the styles that may suit your taste. Just answer YES or NO and follow the chart to find your sake match.
Whether you prefer something crisp and refreshing, fruity and aromatic, rich and savoury, or soft and sweet, there’s a sake style for you.
Take the quiz below and find your match.
FRESH & CRISP
Your Sake Match: Junmai / Honjozo
If you like drinks that are light, clean and refreshing, this could be your style.
Junmai and Honjozo can offer a crisp, dry character that makes them especially easy to enjoy with food. They’re a great place to start if you prefer freshness over sweetness or want a versatile bottle for the dinner table.
Try it with: Fried Chicken
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Explore Honjozo Sake
FRUITY & AROMATIC
Your Sake Match: Ginjo / Junmai Ginjo
Love fruity aromas and elegant flavours? Look towards Ginjo styles.
Ginjo and Junmai Ginjo are known for fragrant notes that can include apple, pear, melon and other fresh fruit, often with a smooth and delicate finish. They’re ideal for anyone who enjoys aromatic wine or lighter, more expressive drinks.
Try it with: Prosciutto & Melon
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Explore Junmai Ginjo Sake
RICH & SAVOURY
Your Sake Match: Kimoto / Yamahai
If you prefer deeper flavours, plenty of umami and a little more complexity, traditional Kimoto and Yamahai styles may be your match.
These sake styles often have more body, acidity and savoury character, making them especially satisfying with richer foods. Many can also be enjoyed at room temperature or gently warmed.
Try it with: Cheese
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Explore Yamahai Sake
SOFT & SWEET
Your Sake Match: Nigori / Sparkling Sake / Umeshu / Yuzushu
Prefer something softer, sweeter or easy-drinking? This is a great place to explore.
Nigori offers a creamy texture and gentle sweetness, while Sparkling Sake can be light and playful. Umeshu and Yuzushu bring bright fruit flavours for those who enjoy something approachable and refreshing.
Try it with: Dessert
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Explore Sparkling Sake
Explore Umeshu & Liqueur
Shop Your Sake Style
Your quiz result is only the beginning. Sake comes in an incredible range of flavours, and the best way to discover what you enjoy is to keep tasting.
Start with your recommended style, try it with your favourite foods and explore from there.
