SSSIA

First, participate in tasting events when in optimal health because the flavor cannot be tasted accurately while suffering a cold or a hangover. 

 

Smoking and consuming foods with strong flavor, such as garlic, is also prohibited before participating in tasting events. 

 

Also, refrain from wearing cosmetics, colognes, and perfumes with strong fragrances when tasting sake with others. 

 

To sample different alcoholic beverages, drink water to prevent the senses from dulling due to intoxication. 

 

(Toji (master sake brewer) and sake sommeliers spit out the sake they tasted during tasting events.)

 

Exercise caution as alcohol from whiffing sake aromas and tasting different selections of sake over a prolonged period can numb one’s sense of smell and taste.