Anyone ever make sake?

[BuffaloSabresBrewer]

Im thinking about giving it a try for the hell of it. Any good resources for ingredients? Suggestions tips etc?

 

[rustang64]

I just made a batch a few months ago. If you go to your LHBS they should sell packets of Koji seeds and they should come with instructions. Also theres a ton of websites out there though they all say pretty much the same stuff. I'll give you a few of the good ones:

http://www.ebrew.com/primarynews/sake_basic_overview.htm
http://www.geocities.jp/hoshido/sake.html

Also, small batches are the way to go steaming enough rice for 6 gallons is almost enough to make you never want to brew again...

 

[BuffaloSabresBrewer]

Im having trouble finding the koji with out driving too far. Ive been doing some research obviously but its seems like I should be able to find this stuff easier.

 

[jiffybrew]

This recipe is the most comprehensive recipe i've seen so far. There are simplified ones but i say do it all the way. I know its a little hard to find Koji but check if there are some local japanese markets near your area. Koji is the great basis for miso soup, so if you're a fan of that, It'll be worth finding it.

http://www.fooddownunder.com/cgi-bin/recipe.cgi?r=220659

Take a look.

 

[rustang64]

This is the same brand I used for a good price:
http://www.thegrape.net/browse.cfm/4,10007.htm