Organised by the Japanese Government, with support from JAMS.TV, these special sessions at Australian Sake Festival Brisbane offer a fantastic opportunity to explore the world of sake with two experienced experts—Quentin Hanley, Director of Melbourne Sake, and Simone Maynard, also known as the ‘Sake Mistress’, from Melbourne.
🍶 What to Expect 🍶
Each session is limited to 60 attendees and is exclusively available to Australian Sake Festival Brisbane ticket holders. Attendees can only participate in the seminar included in their purchased session.
Enjoy a guided tasting of three different types of sake, each expertly paired with cheese to highlight the diverse flavours and pairing potential of sake. 🍶🧀
🗓 Date & Time:
📍 Location: Seminar Space, in front of the indoor stage
Perfect for those new to sake, this session will cover:
🔹 Sake Basics – Ingredients & brewing process
🔹 Misconceptions About Sake – Debunking common myths
🔹 Sake Styles – Exploring different types, including international varieties
🔹 Tasting & Food Pairing – Hands-on experience with sake and cheese
🔹 Essential Sake Terms – Useful tips for ordering and enjoying sake
A short presentation will introduce key sake concepts, followed by an engaging tasting and discussion session.
🗓 Date & Time: 2:00 PM-2:40PM, Sunday, March 16
📍 Location: Seminar Space, in front of the indoor stage
For those with some prior sake experience, this session will explore:
🔹 Sake Brewing & Ingredients – Including Multiple Parallel Fermentation
🔹 Sake Styles & Tasting Profiles – Understanding aromas and flavours
🔹 Sake & Food Pairing – Exploring creative pairing possibilities
🔹 Table Rice vs. Sake Rice – How rice impacts sake’s taste
🔹 Tasting & Discussion – A guided exploration of sake appreciation
Both sessions will conclude with an interactive Q&A and a short survey to enhance future events.
🎟 Limited Spots Available – Only 60 Attendees Per Session!
Please note that you can only attend the seminar within the session you have purchased. Be sure to arrive early to secure your seat and fully enjoy this unique sake experience🍶✨
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