For Sake's sake...

If by chance you are a sake lover like I am... check out the linked sites on Sake. "Of Rice and Zen" has a wealth of information and "Urban Sake", although I haven't read all of it... seems pretty knowledgeable. For those of you who don't know... it's spring Sake time. (nama) sake, or unpasterized seasonal sake is available now through late summer. Get it while you can.

Above is a picture of what is known as a "Masu" with a sake glass placed inside. To me, it's the only way to drink good quality sake. The sake should overflow into the box or Masu. Then you can drink straight from the Masu or pour the overflow sake back into the glass. The more you pour the better... it's a traditional sign of generosity.