Sake, the Japanese rice wine, continues to grow as a category for imbibers all over the globe. As we continue to receive more sake submissions each year at Ultimate Wine Challenge, 2018 proved to be a strong year for premium sake. These 8 bottles scored an impressive 93 Points or above.

1. Joto Sake “The Pink One” Junmai Ginjo Ibaraki, 96 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

2. Joto Sake “The Green One" Junmai Yamagata, 95 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

3. Yuki No Bosha Sake "The Seven Spearsmen" Junmai Shiga, 94 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

4. Okuizumo Junmai Ginjo Shimane Prefecture, 94 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

5. Joto Sake “The Blue One” Junmai Nigori Hiroshima, 93 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

6. Akashi Tai Junmai Daiginjo Genshu Sake Akashi City, 93 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

7. Joto Sake “The One with the Clocks” Dai Ginjo Hiroshima, 93 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended

8. Kiso Sansen Niji No Shirabe Rainbow Aria Junmai Ginjo Aichi Prefecture, 93 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended