
The BSA Board & Committee would like to thank all our fantastic exhibitors for your enthusiasm and contribution, and every guest who attended the Grand Tasting. This year, we have a record number of exhibitors that have participated in the Grand Tasting – a total of 35 exhibitors, and more than 200 people have attended the night.
We would also like to express our deepest gratitude to all the speakers for the enlightening masterclasses; Itoh-san from Takara for the engaging discussions of brand innovation and product development in a large sake company, Yamamori-san from Dassai and the conversation about Dassai’s project on the future of rice farmers, and Francois and Michael for making a premiere launch of “Zasshu” in the Grand Tasting.
With each passing year, the UK’s sake community continues to grow, and we eagerly anticipate the exciting possibilities 2026 will bring.
We will see you all again next year! Kanpai!







Photo credits: Anthony Georgiou & Manisha Madhewoo
