Do You Like Sake Warm or Cold?

Question

I never had sake before until recently. I know that traditionally it is served warm so I ordered it like that. When I tried it I felt like spitting it out.

Then I ordered the same brand cold and it tasted much better (to me) that way.

Maybe Americans aren't used to warm alcohol? I don't know...

Answer 1

I like it both ways. Try a hot buttered rum to see if you might like warm alcohol .

Answer 2

From experience, I drink higher quality sake slightly chilled and generic brands slightly warmed. This allows each product to be enjoyed at it's best. The warm one will give you a quicker buzz as it is absorbed into the system faster. But frankly, it depends more on the weather and the occasion than any other factors.

Answer 3

The lesser quality sakes are served warm. (junmai)

Ultra premium sakes are served cold (daiginjo)

Answer 4

Either way, I like it depending on the weather....