Sake

Shop sake at Buffalo House Liquor & Wines in Buffalo, NY. Japanese rice wine — clean, delicate and food-friendly — served chilled, at room temperature, or gently warmed depending on the style.

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Questions about which bottle to choose? Call us at (716) 770-1230 or visit 1230 Colvin Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14223. Free same-day delivery on orders over $49.

2 bottles

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Sake questions

What is sake?
A Japanese beverage brewed from rice, water, yeast and koji. It's often called rice wine, but it's actually brewed more like beer — though it's typically 15–16% ABV, closer to wine in strength.
Should sake be served hot or cold?
It depends on the grade. Premium sake such as Junmai Ginjo is best chilled, where its delicate floral and fruit aromas come through. Warming is traditional for simpler, more robust styles.
What do Junmai and Ginjo mean?
Junmai means pure rice — no added alcohol. Ginjo indicates the rice was polished more before brewing, producing a lighter, more aromatic, more refined sake. Junmai Ginjo is both.
Does sake go bad?
It doesn't age like wine. Drink it within about a year of bottling, and once opened, refrigerate and finish within a week or two while it's fresh.