Sake Education · Brooklyn, NY
Learn about sake, where sake is made.
Tastings, pairings, and professional certification at the Sake Studies Center — the first sake school in America inside a working brewery.
Tastings, pairings, and professional certification at the Sake Studies Center — the first sake school in America inside a working brewery.
Fun, delicious sake tasting classes every week in our state-of-the-art facility — from first sip to seasoned enthusiast.
Level up your professional knowledge and skills with our one-day Sake Server Certification for industry professionals.
Every class includes a guided tour of Brooklyn Kura, New York State's first sake brewery — sights, aromas, and sake fresh from the press.
Every class is taught in person at our Industry City classroom and includes a guided brewery tour.
Learn the basics of sake with a guided tasting of five premium sakes — including some fresh from the press.
Discover the most exciting combinations of craft sake and premium cheeses from around the world.
Explore sake temperature and the joys of warming sake — five sakes, five curated pairings.
Professional training in sake service, sales, menus, and pairing — earn your certificate.
“Extremely knowledgeable and made the subject approachable, fun and educational. Would absolutely recommend.”
“We loved the sake, the pairings with the cheese and the way Tim made it feel fun. We will certainly come back and bring friends.”
“The way the class was structured was captivating, and very easy to digest. Timothy gave us extremely insightful tips and tricks to ensure that service was top tier.”
Sake service skills. Study glassware, serving etiquette, chilled and warm service, and elegant pouring and presentation.
Food and sake pairings. Unlock the secrets of pairing to sell more sake and create memorable experiences for your guests.
A credential that counts. Complete the one-day seminar plus online exam and earn the Sake Studies Center diploma — with ongoing access to our industry community.
About the Certification
“Welcome to the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura. Our goal is to make your experience learning about sake fun and enriching. Join us!”
Beyond the classroom, enjoy the freshest sake in New York at the Brooklyn Kura taproom — open Thursday through Sunday every week in Industry City.
34 34th Street, Building 6 · Brooklyn, NY 11232
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