Meet the Brewer: Mayuko Kita of Kita Brewery - Introducing a New White Koji Sake

We are so excited to host Mayuko Kita of Kita Shuzo in Shiga Prefecture for a special sake tasting at our bar. Kita Shuzo makes our beloved Umami Mart Junmai, and we've had a nearly decade-long relationship with Mayuko, who is toji (master brewer) at the brewery.

Whenever we go to Shiga, Mayuko and her father kindly show us around the brewery, highlighting the latest brews they are crafting. The small, family run brewery prides itself on making sakes that are approachable, unpretentious, and pair well with food. That's why we chose Kita Shuzo to make our versatile, everyday sake with them. We are so proud of this partnership!

For this event, Mayuko will be bringing her latest release called Second. Second uses white koji and a new yeast developed locally in Shiga. Enjoy a glass of this fruity and expressive sake available at this event only!

We will be pouring a flight of Kita Shuzo's sake during the event. Meet Mayuko and chat about her sakes!

WHAT: Meet the Brewer: Kita Sake Brewery

WHEN: Sunday, May 18, 3-5pm

WHERE: Umami Mart Bar
4027 Broadway, Oakland CA 94611

ADMISSION: Open to the public! Flights are $25 for three sakes. 21+ only.