Capital Sake

12/09/2024

✨ Grab your tickets for our September 28 Sake + Live Music event! 🎙️🎸

Dive into a curated selection of premium Japanese sake and delicious bites while enjoying live music in the beautiful and intimate space of Rice Market's Taste Kitchen (2nd floor). 🍶

This is the first event of its kind in the DMV and we can't wait to see you there! 😍

https://ricemarket.ticketleap.com/sake-lounge--live-music/details

08/09/2024

September is flying! Checkout our sake celebrations with our partners. It's a big month for sake in the DMV!

03/09/2024

Enter, Autumn! Join us for an unforgettable evening at Sake Lounge, a unique pop-up at Rice Taste Kitchen that celebrates the art and elegance of Japanese sake with the beauty of live acoustic music.

SAKE LOUNGE | Arts All Night
Saturday, September 28
6pm-8:30pm (Ticket link in bio)
Rice Market Taste Kitchen, 2nd floor

Discover the rich flavors and delicate nuances of premium Japanese sake. Our curated selection will feature a welcome drink and 5 different varieties of sake, each offering a taste of tradition and craftsmanship. A personal charcuterie plate is included (vegan option available with advance notice). 

Let the gentle strumming and soothing live performance by Dominique  create the perfect backdrop for your evening. Whether you’re a sake aficionado or new to the world of Japanese spirits, the ambiance will make you feel right at home. Experience the perfect fusion of culture, taste and melody at Sake Lounge. We’ll also be giving away special prizes! Reserve your tickets now as seats are limited. We look forward to sharing this musical evening with you!

19/08/2024

Sake’s unique ability to pair with different kinds of cuisine excites us! A glimpse back at our Sake Counter pop-up from earlier this month showcasing sake and modern Filipino dishes. What unique food pairings have you tried with sake?

30/07/2024

A wonderful evening at Pim Pam Pum Kanpai! Everyone enjoyed the warm hospitality, all-you-can-eat bites by Chef Pepe and team, and impressive American craft sake by  . A very special thanks to  for an amazing time on the floor! Get more Number 14 on tap at Cranes or delivered to your door by DC Sake Co.!

26/07/2024

Inspired by counter dining experiences in Japan and our love for global cuisine, we’re launching our new pop-up, SAKE COUNTER! Please join us with our co-host for seasonal sake cocktails, sake by the glass or bottle, and a curated sake flight with special bites. 

Not sure which sake to choose? Our team would be delighted to guide you!

17/07/2024

Thank you very much to for these photos! Last month, Suntory invited our lead somm and founder to host an “Introduction to Koji and Evolution of Koji in Sake and Shochu” as part of their DOJO workshop in DC. We touched on the history of koji, types and uses in different beverages and culinary trends, and conducted a guided tasting to demonstrate the different methods of koji application in sake (tsuki haze vs. so haze) and the use of white koji in shochu.

We really appreciated the energy and enthusiasm from our guest bartenders and beverage managers, especially when we shared that people have gone to war over this magical ingredient! (We learned this from the award-winning text, “Exploring the World of Japanese Craft Sake: Rice, Water, Earth” by Nancy Matsumoto and Michael Tremblay. Read more about it in Chapter 17!)

Arigato gozaimasu to for supplying the sake and shochu bottles, and to for being the venue partner!

10/06/2024

Take the first step to joining the sake sommelier world! In partnership with the Sake Sommelier Association, Capital Sake is excited to offer a virtual summer intro course! Students may choose to take an exam to earn a professional qualification.

Check out the Linktree in our bio to register. The registration deadline is 11:59 EST on Friday, June 21, 2024.

19/05/2024

A refreshing sake for your summer plans! Capital Sake is pleased to serve JOTO Nigori aka “The Blue One” sponsored by . RNDC specializes in wine and spirits and has a presence in 39 states. Make sure to stop by the Capital Sake tasting booth for a sip of this delicious sake and more!

16/05/2024

What comes in a can, leaves a sensation on your taste buds, and makes you want more? Some REAL MAGIC from neighboring sake brewery in Charlottesville, VA!

As part of our lineup this year, we eagerly await where we get to pour not just one, but TWO, delicious sake from local .

*Real Magic Junmai
*Serenity Now Junmai Daiginjo

A huge thanks to master brewer Andrew Centofante and his team for sharing their vision with Capital Sake, and making way for others to get a taste of their efforts and passion.

Find us across from the main stage for this year's curated sake flights!

Saturday, May 19, 2024
Old Town Fairfax, VA
12-6pm

22/02/2024

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we feel very privileged to be sipping with - a non-profit that elevates women entrepreneurs in the food and beverage industry. We look forward to sharing the beauty of sake and the women behind the glass.

Beyond the Glass: Sake and Conversation
Friday, March 8th
6:00 - 8:00pm

Link in Bio

20/02/2024

Come by and kanpai with a friend as we explore sake culture, unpack grades and styles, and enjoy the versatility of our favorite beverage- premium Japanese sake. Let’s drink in the journey together!

Sake with Friends
Saturday, March 2nd
5-6pm

Link in Bio

14/02/2024

You have our heart today!

08/02/2024

Let’s !

Tag 2 friends and follow for a chance to win one of three love bags! We’re giving away a ticket to our Spring Sake Workshop on March 2nd, a $50 gift card from , and a set of stunning sake glasses from ! And watch for more collaborations this year as we give sake lovers more ways to enjoy Japan’s national beverage! Thanks so much to our partner collaborators.

Winners will be announced on Valentine’s Day.

Link in bio for our Spring Sake Workshop!

30/01/2024

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🎟️ Ticket Link in Bio 🎟️

Join us for a delightful evening on March 14 at . Indulge in an exquisite dining experience where the flavors of Asian cuisine and the richness of sake come together in perfect harmony. Spices’ talented chefs will craft a delectable 4-course menu, with each dish expertly paired with premium sakes. Immerse yourself in the art of sake tasting as our knowledgeable guides from take you through the nuances of each pairing.

This in-person event promises an unforgettable evening of culinary delights and cultural exploration. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to savor the best of Japan right here in Washington, DC.

12/12/2023

We've got two events coming up! Hope to see you at one of these 😋 Event teams have worked really diligently on this menu and are very excited to share it!

Dec 16, Saturday
Ramen and Sake Dinner at Rice Market DC
12 seats only. 3 courses with sake pairings. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ramen-sake-night-tickets-771579494037?fbclid=PAAaYNb0QtFI4IT8FTcvOKbHbhz4CWULCNwcK6Kyvop0EqIPgrmFYLfILT99I

Dec 22, Friday
Kampai Collab in Georgetown
We're co-hosting a casual reception with heavy seasonal appetizers, dessert and sake and tea pairings. Experience a blend of Filipino, Hawaiian and Japanese hospitality. Tickets are on Open Table under the "Experiences" tab with an optional add on for caviar and premium sparkling sake! https://www.opentable.com/r/two-nine-washington?fbclid=PAAaZ0Xg0AGW-_GyC6hk_jD9JOoNot8pdpES6-uxPixJFNQvLgLn3VAHoWHCk

27/11/2023

Check out this recipe from our Cocktail Corner, Shine On Tokyo! Created by Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen (), Sake Sommelier & Founder of Capital Sake

Sommelier notes:

I wanted to create a late summer drink with whispers of autumn. Yuzu sake brightens the cocktail, and the red shiso leaf tea mellows out all the citrus flavors, just as the summer evenings begin to cool down.

Kanpai!

Ingredients:

3 oz. yuzu sake (Shibata Black Yuzu or other)
1 Maraschino cherry

1 oz. pineapple orange juice
1 oz. red shiso leaf tea (Ippinka brand available on Amazon)
1/2 oz. Malibu rum
1/2 oz. grenadine

Instructions:

1. Put a few ice cubes in a glass.
2. Add the following ingredients. Do not stir.
yuzu sake, pineapple orange juice, red shiso leaf tea, Malibu rum
3. Carefully add 1/2 oz. grenadine to the side of the glass. The grenadine will settle to the bottom for a layered sunset look.
4. Top with a maraschino cherry or your favorite ripe summer fruit.

Capital Sake is Northern Virginia's premier sake consulting company. For more information visit their website capitalsake.com

Capital Sake

24/05/2023

Last year, our founder The Sake Mom hosted the first sake tasting tent at Asian Festival on Main and found so much curiosity and interest in Japanese sake that she was inspired to launch a sake events service! A year later, we're now "Capital Sake" and we enjoyed our 2nd year at this *amazing* festival!

Thank you to all the festival organizers, the Old Town Fairfax Business Association - OTFBA and City of Fairfax for supporting Asian American businesses! And to all our sake friends who came to see us again this year - it was such a pleasure!

We're already planning some new surprises for next year so mark May 2024 on your calendar!

Capital Sake by The Sake Mom is back at it again! Thank you so much for being a Panda sponsor this year and for returning to share your expertise in sake tasting with our community!

Louie Anne, founder and owner of Capital Sake and The Sake Mom, has participated in a variety of festivals throughout the DMV, offering premium sake tasting events, workshops, sommelier services and food pairing consultations.

Stop by Capital Sake's booth at the Asian Festival on Main to find out more about their sake tastings and more!

If you would like to become one of our event sponsors, please see the link in our bio for more information. And don’t forget to mark your calendars to attend the Asian Festival on Main on May 21, 2023 from 12-6PM in Old Town Fairfax!

24/05/2023

Thanks so much to Delegate David Bulova for sipping sake with us at our tasting tent at Asian Festival on Main this past weekend! We loved sharing the variety and beauty of sake and Japanese culture in our sake flight! 🍶☺️

24/05/2023

Welcome to CAPITAL SAKE by The Sake Mom - our new home for Sake Events, Consulting, and Education in the Capital Region. We host sake tastings and unique events/workshops to showcase the beauty and versatility of Japan's national beverage.

Our website is still under construction as we're migrating information and services from our founder Louie Anne Batac-Nguyen AKA "The Sake Mom," but she and our team are already out there sharing the love of sake! Please DM for any questions/inquiries. We hope to see you at our next event!