Bar None: Understanding Sake
In this Bar None episode, we delve into the world of sake with Certified Sommelier and Sake Educator, Chan Tran.
Bar None is about standards, and few traditions hold themselves to higher ones than sake. In our latest episode, Certified Sake Educator and sommelierSommelierA trained wine professional who carefully curates wine lists, advises guests, and manages cellars in fine restaurants. A skilled sommelier pairs wines with dishes and guides diners through selections, andGo to Sommelier Glossary Chan Tran of The Charming Sake breaks down what sake actually is, how to read a label, why polishing ratios matter, how temperature changes flavor, and why sake may be one of the most versatile drinks at the table today.
From fermentation and craftsmanship to cocktails and modern pairings, this is a masterclass in understanding sake beyond the clichés.