Kimio Yonezawa is the President and Toji (master sake distiller) at Akashi Tai Brewery, and master distiller at the Kaikyō Distillery. This week we're sampling sake and learning from an expert about the best ways to enjoy it and what you can pair it with. We're also sampling their Japanese whiskies and gin.

• Akashi Tai Junmai Ginjo Sparkling
• Akashi Tai Tokubetsu Honjozo Sake
• Hatozaki Finest Japanese Whisky
• Hatezaki Small Batch Pure Malt Whisky
• Akashi Tai Shiraume Ginjo Umeshu
• Hatozaki 12-Year-Old Whisky Finished in Umeshu Barrels
• 135° East Hyogo Dry Gin
• Hatozaki Triple Barrel Reserve Whisky (coming soon)

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