Aged over time, developing deep flavors and rich aromas.
We cultivate and promote the appeal of aged sake,
sharing its value with audiences in
Japan and around the world.
Through aged sake, we strive to create new possibilities for Japanese sake culture
and
pass on a rich and diverse sake experience to future generations.
About Aged Sake
Aged sake is refined and matured in breweries for at least three years. This extended maturation develops a distinctive aromatic complexity and deep, rich flavor profile, creating a unique character that sets it apart from fresh sake.
Aged sake is characterized into two main categories: light-aged and full-aged. Light-aged sake preserves the original character while gaining smoothness, with a subtle color. Full-aged sake undergoes dramatic transformation in color, aroma, and taste, developing a bold and complex profile. Storage conditions and brewing methods create diverse expressions of aged sake's appeal.
The tradition of aging sake dates back centuries and was widely enjoyed through the early Meiji period. Its decline was partly due to the Meiji-era liquor tax system (Zousekizei), which taxed sake at the time of pressing rather than maturation. This prompted breweries to innovate storage methods to manage tax obligations before aging.
About Our Society
The Reserve Sake Association was established in 1985 with the aim of promoting long-term
aged sake and improving brewing techniques.
We conduct research on aging conditions and scientifically explore the changes that occur
during the aging process, while also actively promoting aged sake as an important part of
Japanese sake culture.
Our main activities focus on improving aged sake production techniques and promoting its
appreciation, including technical workshops, lectures, and events to share the appeal of
aged sake.
Sake breweries, research institutions, distributors, and restaurants from across Japan participate as members. Through collaboration, we share knowledge and techniques to advance aged sake culture.
100-Year Sake Storage Project
An unprecedented endeavor to age sake for 100 years. Through continuous observation of aged sake, we generate insights and preserve the beauty of aged sake and sake culture for future generations. This project embodies our commitment to bridging past and future through sake.
Where to Find Aged Sake
全国各地の飲食店・販売店で、熟成古酒をお楽しみいただけます。お近くのお店から、お好みのジャンルでお探しください。
Contact Us
Have questions about aged sake? Interested in membership? Feel free to reach out anytime.