The first joint event presented by the Sake Makers Association, Trade Hospitality and the UK Sommelier Academy — a practical, trade-focused deep dive into sake for hospitality professionals.

The day is structured around two standalone sessions, and you’re welcome to attend one or both:

Morning Session – Foundations (10:00–12:00)
An introduction to sake for the trade, covering key styles, production basics, service, and tasting technique.
​​​​Includes a guided tasting of 8 sakes, an introduction to shochu, and a blind tasting.

Afternoon Session – Advanced (13:30–16:30)
A deeper dive into sake, exploring regionality, fermentation (moto), trends, and food pairing with a focus on umami.
Includes a guided tasting of 8 different sakes, an introduction to shochu, blind tasting, and Q&A.

Full-day attendees will taste 16 sakes in total, with a different lineup in each session.

The sessions will be led by Michael Tremblay, Sake Samurai, James Beard Award–winning author, and International Wine Challenge Panel Chair.

Attendance is free, but places are limited and registration is required. *Trade only