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Review Author: JL
Review Date: 04 Nov 2026
Review Body: I've done a lot of sake tastings and this is the best I've done! The space is super cosy and tucked away, and the sakes were excellent - they're super interesting and thoughtfully chosen. All their sakes are from small family breweries in Japan and can't be found elsewhere. We loved the stories and how unique the sakes were. The best part was the owner Joan - she was wonderful! She's incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about sake, and was so warm and patient with all our questions. We learnt so much from her, and loved hearing about the small Japanese breweries she works with. The food was lovely too. Such a great little spot, would definitely recommend!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: KS
Review Date: 04 Nov 2026
Review Body: If you are tired of commercial assembly line tastings where someone pours, splashes, and vanishes, this hidden gem is quite the opposite. It's in a quiet corner, and the experience is incredibly personal, led by an owner whose passion for sake is infectious. She was exceptionally patient during the tasting, walking us through all the stories behind several seasonal sakes. The experience also comes with a generous spread of snacks that pairs well. Tip: Do not leave without trying out their beers. They carry a selection of unpasteurized craft beers, ask for the owner’s favourite.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Vila
Review Date: 15 May 2026
Review Body: Had an enjoyable sake tasting experience here. Even though there was another group of 4 during the session, the atmosphere still felt very welcoming and personal. The sommelier was knowledgeable and shared interesting information about the different types of sake. We got to try such a wide variety, from cloudy and craft styles to refined pours and even sake on tap, which was really unique. It never felt rushed, and you could tell a lot of thought went into curating the selection. Definitely a great experience for both beginners and people who already enjoy sake.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Pierre
Review Date: 10 Oct 2026
Review Body: I had a wonderful time at this sake tasting. The selection of sake was excellent, and the host shared wonderful stories about the brewing process and the history behind each bottle. It was both educational and delicious. I would 100% recommend this experience to anyone looking to learn more about sake and have a nice time.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Yun Hua
Review Date: 15 Jul 2026
Review Body: My friend and I both enjoyed the session! It was cosy and chill (more like being in someone’s dining room rather than commercial) and the session ended up stretching out longer, the host is knowledgeable and let us try an extra type of sake :) Also enjoyed trying the different sakes, and the snacks were good too!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Maya
Review Date: 23 Jul 2026
Review Body: Compared to all the alcohol experience I’ve ever been to (and I've been to a lot!), this has been by far the most full experience I ever had!! I had a really good and fun lesson (esp for someone who only knows how to drink) and definitely take home some knowledge eg. How to buy a sake that i enjoy next time!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Grace
Review Date: 18 Oct 2026
Review Body: Joan was such a warm and knowledgeable host, making us feel very welcome throughout our visit. The space is small but cosy. We really enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend trying their fried chicken!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Clarissa Yong
Review Date: 10 Oct 2025
Review Body: The Friday Fermentopia session - with sake tasting paired with snacks - was extremely enjoyable and educational. Charles is clearly passionate about sharing his knowledge of sake.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Tamara
Review Date: 31 May 2026
Review Body: A wonderful evening, cosy location and very friendly and welcoming hosts! We learned a lot about sake and fermented food! We can highly recommend the experience!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Jane
Review Date: 18 Apr 2026
Review Body: Nice ambience, good explanation about the sake process, snacks are good and it’s possible to order extra food
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Amrita
Review Date: 28 Oct 2026
Review Body: Joan was so friendly and knowledgeable. We felt like we were in a friend's house learning about sake.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Chloe
Review Date: 20 Oct 2026
Review Body: Enjoyable session and it is really great experience!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Cecilia Kurlbaum
Review Date: 10 Oct 2026
Review Body: Lovely sake tasting!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Nader
Review Date: 02 Apr 2026
Review Body: The service and the knowledge of Sake was great 👍
Review rating: 5

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Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: Sake tasting experience with 5 varieties guided by experts before dinner
Itinerary Description: Pre-dinner sake tasting session led by experienced facilitators Sample 5 premium sakes from renowned brands including Nabeshima, Mizubasho, Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute and Mimurosugi Learn about the history and stories behind each sake Customisable experience tailored to individual preferences and familiarity with sake Light, pre-dinner bites - typically involving some element of fermentation
SakeMama pouring rare sake for guests during a Singapore tasting in a cosy shop, with glowing bottles and jars behind
Sake tasting set-up in a tucked-away Singapore shop: crystal glasses, chopsticks and small dishes on a wooden board
Assorted rare sake bottles and tasting glasses arranged on the counter in a Singapore shop, ready for a guided pour
Warm-lit sake bar interior with rows of bottles on wooden shelves and pendant light, in SakeMama’s tucked-away Singapore shop
Guests toast at a rare sake tasting dinner in Singapore, smiling across a table of small dishes and shared glasses
Pouring sake into small tasting glasses from a bottle at a rare Singapore session, with three glasses on a wooden tray
Sake tasting in a tucked-away Singapore shop with host SakeMama explaining pours over small plates, Singapore hidden gems
SakeMama pouring rare sake for guests during a Singapore tasting in a cosy shop, with glowing bottles and jars behind
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SakeMama pouring rare sake for guests during a Singapore tasting in a cosy shop, with glowing bottles and jars behind
Sake tasting set-up in a tucked-away Singapore shop: crystal glasses, chopsticks and small dishes on a wooden board
Assorted rare sake bottles and tasting glasses arranged on the counter in a Singapore shop, ready for a guided pour
Warm-lit sake bar interior with rows of bottles on wooden shelves and pendant light, in SakeMama’s tucked-away Singapore shop
SakeMama pouring rare sake for guests during a Singapore tasting in a cosy shop, with glowing bottles and jars behind
Sake tasting set-up in a tucked-away Singapore shop: crystal glasses, chopsticks and small dishes on a wooden board
Assorted rare sake bottles and tasting glasses arranged on the counter in a Singapore shop, ready for a guided pour
Warm-lit sake bar interior with rows of bottles on wooden shelves and pendant light, in SakeMama’s tucked-away Singapore shop
Guests toast at a rare sake tasting dinner in Singapore, smiling across a table of small dishes and shared glasses
Pouring sake into small tasting glasses from a bottle at a rare Singapore session, with three glasses on a wooden tray
Sake tasting in a tucked-away Singapore shop with host SakeMama explaining pours over small plates, Singapore hidden gems
Host pouring rare sake for guests at a small bar counter, with labelled bottles and lantern light in Singapore — Singapore hidden gems
SakeMama smiling and holding a bottle for rare sake tasting in a tucked-away Singapore shop with other brews — Singapore hidden gems
Sake bottle being poured into a small ceramic cup during a rare tasting in a tucked-away shop in Singapore — Singapore hidden gems
Rare sake tasting spread in a tucked-away Singapore shop with small pour glasses, appetisers and chopsticks on a tray — SakeMama
Friends sharing a sake tasting in a cosy Singapore shop, smiling as they raise small cups—at SakeMama
Rare sake tasting in a tucked-away shop in Singapore, SakeMama pours into small glasses on a wooden tray — date ideas Singapore
Close-up of a Singapore sake tasting table with small appetiser plates, dipping sauces and chilled cups of sake—SakeMama
Sake bottle and frothy tasting glass on a wooden table in a tucked-away Singapore shop for rare sake tastings
Line of labelled sake bottles for a rare Singapore tasting, housed along a corridor display in a tucked-away shop
Host SakeMama welcoming guests at a rare sake tasting in Singapore, standing by a cabinet of bottles and labels
Savoury appetisers and sake tasting cups on a table in a tucked-away Singapore shop, with bottles lining the bar

The Secret World of Sake: Taste Rare Japanese Brews

Chill sake tasting with rare brews and bites before dinner
5.0
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Group size
Up to 8 guests
DURATION
1 hour
Booking type
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Taste rare Japanese sakes and hear the stories behind them!
If you love sake (or have always wanted to understand it better), this is such a cool little find in Singapore! The real highlight is meeting Charles and Joan. They've spent years travelling around Japan, visiting over 100 breweries, wineries and distilleries, and building personal relationships with small, family-run sake makers. They know the people behind the bottles, and their enthusiasm is infectious! You'll learn how sake is made, what makes different styles taste so different, and the stories behind rare finds from breweries like Nabeshima, Mizubasho and Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute.And unlike a formal tasting class, this feels more like hanging out with friends who happen to know an incredible amount about sake. The shop is small and cosy, the tasting is tailored to what you already know and enjoy, and there are light bites to nibble on along the way.Guests especially love how much they learn without it ever feeling like a lecture. One even said it was the most comprehensive alcohol tasting they'd been to, and left knowing how to choose sake they'd actually enjoy buying. We'd recommend this for both sake lovers looking for rare bottles and complete beginners who want a fun, genuinely interesting evening.What to Expect1-hour small-group sake tasting in a cosy, tucked-away shop (up to 8 guests)Taste 5 premium sakes, including rare finds from smaller Japanese breweriesHear stories about the brewers and learn about sake-making, flavours and stylesPersonalised explanations based on your knowledge and preferencesLight pre-dinner bites, often featuring fermented ingredientsGood to KnowNo sake knowledge needed. Beginners are very welcome!This is a join-in experience, so you may share the session with other guestsIt's a pre-dinner tasting, not a full mealYou can have dinner here if you want as they do serve yummy Japanese food!

Experience highlights

Assorted rare sake bottles and tasting glasses arranged on the counter in a Singapore shop, ready for a guided pour
1-hour guided sake tasting
Pouring sake into small tasting glasses from a bottle at a rare Singapore session, with three glasses on a wooden tray
Taste 5 rare Japanese sakes
Close-up of a Singapore sake tasting table with small appetiser plates, dipping sauces and chilled cups of sake—SakeMama
Discover small, hidden breweries
SakeMama smiling and holding a bottle for rare sake tasting in a tucked-away Singapore shop with other brews — Singapore hidden gems
Meet super passionate sake experts
Friends sharing a sake tasting in a cosy Singapore shop, smiling as they raise small cups—at SakeMama
Cosy hidden shop with light bites

What You’ll be Doing

Sake tasting experience with 5 varieties guided by experts before dinner
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Sake tasting guided by experienced facilitators
Five different sakes to sample
Light pre-dinner bites

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Meals or dinner following the pre-dinner experience
Sake outside the 5 provided

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Meet-up at 5 Silat Ave #01-14(5 Silat Ave, Silat Avenue, Singapore)
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  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Vegetarian food available
  • Halal food available
  • Recommended Age: 18+

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    If there are fewer than 4 participants, the host may reschedule or refund your booking.
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Joan’s sake journey started in Japan with a bridal business, but it was the conversations she had in small towns — with brewers and locals — that sparked something more lasting. Together with Charles, she brought that spirit home, creating a place where sake isn’t just poured, but appreciated for its story and care. Since 2013, they’ve been working closely with small breweries, focusing on sustainability (including cold-chain deliveries and an electric truck), and running tastings that feel more like friendly gatherings than formal events. For them, it’s all about genuine connection — with the sake, the makers, and the people who drink it.
Experience: 13 years
Speaks: Fluent English, Chinese
Acceptance rate: 94%
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