Tippsy Sake Blog

Enjoy our collection of unique stories written by our talented writers, many of whom are certified professionals in sake, wine, beer and spirits. Here you’ll find articles that are informative, entertaining, and span the gambit! Our blog has posts for both beginners and sake connoisseurs alike, with topics like sake trivia, cultural/educational readings, food recipes, travelogues, interviews and more.

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Posts

Culture

Big Things Brewing in Charlottesville: 3rd Annual Craft Sake Fest

Domenic Alonge

August 25, 2023

The 3rd Annual American Craft Sake Festival took place July 22, 2023 in Charlottesville, Virginia. Having attended and thoroughly enjoyed last year’s e...

Culture

The Joy of Sake Shows the Japanese Drink Gaining Ground

Taylor Markarian

July 11, 2023

Everyone knows that New York City is incredibly diverse and extremely densely populated. Still, I was profoundly surprised when I saw the size and dive...

Culture

Japanese Drinking Games and How To Play

Taylor Markarian

May 2, 2023

As much as we like to nerd out about rice types, brewing methods and sake meter value, at the end of the day, drinking is about having fun! And what’s ...

Culture

Lucky Japanese Symbols and What They Mean

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

April 25, 2023

From the lucky cat to the elegant crane, Japan is a land rich with symbols that are adored and revered. It’s practically impossible not to run into at ...

Culture

Sake Ceremonies and Traditions You Should Know

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

November 17, 2022

It might not be obvious at first, but the act of pouring sake for someone is not just a modern dining tradition; it has roots in Japan’s native religio...

Culture

Sake in the Traditional Japanese Arts

Kayoko Hirata Paku

October 28, 2022

For the Japanese, sake is more than just an alcoholic beverage enjoyed during meals and festivities. Culturally, sake has an ancient connection with ar...

Culture

How To Celebrate World Sake Day

Alice Hama

September 23, 2022

Oct. 1 is World Sake Day. It is the day to celebrate and share the joy and love of sake with your family and friends. The day was established by Japan ...

Culture

New York Dassai Party 2022: Celebrating the Future of Sake

Taylor Markarian

July 29, 2022

At the top of a skyscraper in New York City’s Financial District, the swanky SAGA restaurant boasts a jaw-dropping panoramic view of one of the world’s...

Culture

Father’s Day Gift Guide

Taylor Markarian

June 1, 2022

Father’s Day is all about demonstrating the admiration, love, gratitude and respect you have for the father figures in your life. It’s also about showi...

Culture

How To Pair Sake With Music

Taylor Markarian

February 25, 2022

Gourmets always talk about pairing the right alcohol with the right meal to create the ultimate tasting experience. (Like which sake to enjoy with our ...

Culture

Sake for Game Day

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

February 7, 2022

American football is a sport that I have trouble keeping up with. It doesn’t seem so straightforward to me, and I’m always wondering about the starts a...

Culture

Holiday Gift Ideas for Anime Lovers

Taylor Markarian

December 22, 2021

Luckily, there is no shortage of amazing gifts for anime lovers out there. With literally hundreds of anime shows and movies to stream online, such as ...

Culture

American Pop Culture Meets Japanese Tradition with Foo Fighters Sake

Recent years have seen an increased appreciation for many aspects of Japanese culture, from a renewed interest in watching anime to the exploration of ...

Culture

5 Best Anime on Netflix to Watch This Winter

Taylor Markarian

November 20, 2021

Picking the best anime on Netflix is an exciting yet regrettable project. There are so many amazing anime shows available for streaming that narrowing ...

Culture

Authentic Hakata Experience in Los Angeles

Alice Hama

October 6, 2021

In this article, I would like to introduce one of my favorite spots from my recent visits, Hakata Izakaya Hero. Nestled in the heart of “Tehrangeles” i...

Culture

Sake for Tsukimi, the Harvest Moon

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

September 15, 2021

What is it about the moon that brings wonder? Is it the glow or pull on the waves, or how it appears to us in different shapes? If you haven’t gazed at...

Culture

Best Sake for Your Chinese Zodiac Sign

Taylor Markarian

September 8, 2021

Last update: January 12, 2023. Japanese culture and Chinese culture have always been intertwined. The kanji in the Japanese writing system, for exampl...

Culture

Five Perfect Sake to Celebrate Father’s Day

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

June 16, 2020

Fathers are a talented bunch. Even when something is new to them and there are no manuals or roadmaps, somehow, they get things done! Some of my fondes...

Culture

Raise Your Glass for World Sake Day

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

October 1, 2019

Today is World Sake Day! Across Japan and around the world, sake’s heritage and history will be celebrated with sake tasting and food pairing events. I...

Culture

Bringing Japan Home: IKEBANA

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

April 13, 2019

Seeing the cherry blossoms in person is a wonderful experience, but for those who are unable to travel this season, there's another way to bring home a...

Culture

Enchanting Sakura

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

April 6, 2019

Spring is one of Japan’s most beloved seasons. It is a time of beginnings, and for sake lovers, a time to enjoy sake after the traditional brewing seas...

Culture

Top 5 Gifts for Sake Lovers

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

December 11, 2018

The biggest shopping days may be behind us, but have you crossed off everyone on your list? Check out our Top 5 gift recommendations for your sake-lovi...

Culture

Journey Into Sake

Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen

October 15, 2018

A memorable sip My first taste of sake is like a first kiss--fleeting and unforgettable. Who forgets one’s first kiss? One memorable summer evening i...