Contributed an article to Wine Enthusiast about how Japan’s strict licensing laws are fueling the growth of sake brewing in the United States. The piece includes insights from Atsuo Sakurai of Arizona Sake, Jake Myrick of Sequoia Sake, Norimasa Yamamoto of Heiwa Shuzo, and Brian Polen of Brooklyn Kura.
I’m deeply grateful to the editorial team for their openness and enthusiasm in accepting my pitch on a still-emerging category like sake. I’ll continue working to bridge the information gap between Japan and the rest of the world!