One characteristic all prize-winning sakes possesses is "balance." For most sake judges, balance and harmony more important than taste or aroma. But what exactly is it that is in balance? And how can we tell if a sake has overall harmony?

Greetings Sake Fans!

The Joy of Sake "Aftertaste" returns to LA on November 12 with a look at the role of balance and harmony in sake appreciation.

We'll try 37 well-balanced junmai, ginjo and daiginjo labels, and for comparison a few that failed to achieve overall harmony. The tasting takes an hour and is followed by sake appetizers and congenial sake-sipping until 8:00 p.m.

Reservations may be made online through the following link: Aftertaste Online Ticket Store or call Pua at 808-222-0195. All sales are final and attendance is limited to 50 persons.

Aftertaste Sake Appetizers

• Hamachi Carpaccio
• Grilled Filet Mignon & Shiitake Mushrooms
• Rock Shrimp Tempura
• Spicy Tuna Taru Taru (spicy tuna on crispy rice)