Sake Day East 2023, The Charles River Speedway, Boston, 24 September 2023

Celebrate Sake Day East 2023 with delicious sake samples and more!
About this Event
Our 3rd year! Sake Day East is Back!Celebrate World Sake Day 2023

World Sake Day, October 1st, traditionally marks the beginning of the Sake brewing season in Japan. It is celebrated at tasting events all over the world. Join us at New England’s largest Sake Day celebration.

Sake Day East 2023 is an opportunity to taste more than 60 sake, learn from sake experts, enjoy delicious food and more. We have 50% more sake partners this year!

In addition to our regular ticket, we are offering 40 VIP tickets that include early entry and many perks! (see VIP ticket information below) Also, if you would like to learn more about sake , we recommend joining one of our guided tastings. These sessions will be led by well-known sake experts and feature specially selected sake. (see more information at the ticket selection page)

Guests receive a commemorative tasting cup and have access to tasting over 60 sake, and more! Light appetizers will be served. Additional food available for purchase.

Sunday, September 24th, 20235:30 PM to 7:30 PM
(4:30 pm Early Admission for VIP Ticket Holder)Garage B at The Charles River Speedway525 Western AveBrighton, MA 02135(1) Regular Ticket: $100 (5:30 - 7:30 pm)

2 hours of tasting more than 60 types of sake from various breweries from Japan
Light snacks
A discount on all sake purchase

(2) VIP Tickets : $150 (Early entry at 4:30 pm)

Exclusive VIP only tasting for hard-to-find sake
Japanese obento appetizer box
Complimentary "masu" (a traditional square wooden sake drinking box)from Tippsy, one of our 2023 SDE partners
An exclusive discount on Tippsy sake subscription and other sake purchase
And more!

(3) Small Group Pre-event Guided Tasting :$35 at The Koji Club's patio
(The Koji Club is located a few steps from the Garage B in the center courtyard)Session A -2:15 - 2:45 pm "Niigata Tanrei: Dry, Clean, Crisp!"
Presented by Carrie Becker from Niigata Sake Selections

When the Japanese think of Niigata, they think of rice, sake, and snow. This prefecture produces some of the finest sake in the world, The clean plentiful water and snowy climate are key to the purity and flavor of Niigata sake. Join Carrie Becker of Niigata Sake Selections for a tasting of Niigata Tanrei: Dry, Clean & Crisp Sake! Experience the authentic taste of Niigata that is based in the region's pure, high-quality water and locally grown rice.

Session B - 3:00 - 3:30 pm"Past Present and Future – Exploring yeast"
Presented by Monica Samuels from Vine Connections

Explore the fascinating world of sake yeast with Sake Samurai, Monica Samuels. This sensory journey will look at traditional, modern & alternative yeast options. Experience sake that showcase traditional brewing, those balancing the past and present, and sake that are pushing the boundaries of brewing.Join us for this unforgettable sake tasting, where past, present, and future converge in a symphony of taste and innovation.

Session C - 3:45 - 4:15 pm"Rice Varietals with Joto Sake - Ancient, Heirloom, & Local"
Presented by Joshua Neiderer from Joto Sake

Embark on a fascinating guided tasting with Joto Sake that explores the world of rice varietals. Discover the distinctive flavors and characteristics rice can impart as you sip on a selection of sakes crafted from a variety of grains. Gain a deeper appreciation for the artistry and diversity within the world of sake.

Session D - 4:30 - 5:00 pm"Diversity of Sake"
Presented by Alyssa DiPasquale , Owner The Koji Club

Prepare to unleash your taste buds and embark on an extraordinary journey of discovery at our favorite sake bar The Koji Club! During this indulgent tasting experience, our favorite host & sake expert Alyssa DiPasquale will introduce you to Koji Club's most diverse sake, inviting you to explore new flavors, expand your palate, and your knowledge of sake!

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Executive director: Marina Giordano (Wine and Sake Experience)

Participating Distributors and Importers:

Atlantic Beverage
Bay State Wine & Spirits
Classic Wine Imports
Farthest Star Sake
HEAVENSAKE
Horizon Beverage
Joto Sake
MS Walker
Mutual Trading Sake
Niigata Sake Selections
Omurasaki
Ruby Wines
Suzuki Marketing
Vine Connections
World Sake Imports

Food and other retailers:

Koko Utsuwa
The Koji Club
Malden Center Fine Wines
Nagomi Bento
Tippsy
Yagi Noodles

Special Thanks to: The Koji Club, Tippsy, & Kojima Travel Consulting

This event is for ages 21 and over. Please bring a valid ID.

Parking: We have 60 spots next to Garage B at the Charles River Community Health. The parking address is: 1410 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA 02135. The speedway is easily accessible by multiple bus lines and a short walk to the Boston Commuter Rail station. Additionally, 1420 Solders Field is available for ride-share drop-off. https://charlesriverspeedway.com/

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Please direct all inquiries to: [email protected]

An unforgettable event that brought endless discoveries and fun, making memories that still make us smile. The fun feels like it was just yesterday! Videography by Colin Pagnoni, 9th Planet Productions
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