Classes / Introduction to Sake
Talk, tasting, and brewery tour — the perfect first step into the world of sake.
If you've wanted to learn the basics of sake in a fun and approachable way, this Introduction to Sake tasting class is for you! Join us in person at the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura in NYC to learn the basics of sake and enjoy a guided tasting of the most delicious sakes.
We invite you to taste and learn about sake where sake is made! Get a guided brewery tour, taste and explore a set of five premium sakes — including some fresh from the press. Let's level up your sake knowledge and have fun doing it!
You can send an e-gift card for our Introduction to Sake class. Your recipient receives a code they can redeem for the class. Purchase a gift card →
Director of Education and lead instructor at the Sake Studies Center. Over 19 years of sake teaching experience, awarded the title of Sake Samurai by the Japan Sake Brewers Association in 2007. Timothy brings deep knowledge and hands-on brewing experience to every class.
Cancellation and rescheduling can be accommodated up to 24 hours before the class. Refunds are issued minus the booking service fee, which is withheld by our ticketing partner AnyRoad and can't be refunded by us. Use the Modify Booking link in your confirmation email. (If we ever have to cancel a class on our end, you receive a 100% refund.)
At the Sake Studies Center at Brooklyn Kura — Industry City, Building 6, Inner Courtyard, 34 34th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232.
None at all — this class is designed for beginners and curious tasters. All you need is an appetite to learn (and legal drinking age).
“Our instructor was fantastic. He was extremely knowledgeable and made the subject approachable, fun and educational. Would absolutely recommend.”
Continue your studies with our Sake & Cheese Pairing class, or go professional with the Sake Server Certification.
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