Every year at springtime, we at Surdyk’s are in great anticipation of the release of NAMA sake!

Nama sake is unpasteurized, and the first special bottling to be released from the brewery each year. These sakes are released this way for a specific purpose: the “Toji,” or head brewer, wants you to taste each particular Nama in that raw state to show you a different side of sake. They believe that the flavors and feelings are accentuated by not pasteurizing the sake, giving you a different overall sake sensation. Nama sake is higher in acidity, body, and flavor, making them excellent springtime sippers and food companions of almost any cuisine. You will want to get your hands on one or more of these special releases!

We are fortunate to receive some varieties of these amazing sakes in limited supply - sent straight from Japan to our door!