Sake is a fermented rice drink. ... The alcohol content is higher than beer or wine, typically 15-17%. Just sip it, kind of how you would enjoy wine or tea. For some added authenticity, when you're not imbibing solo, don't let your friends pour their own sake.

What is the proper way to drink sake?

Although sake is usually served warm, it's also quite good either chilled, at room temperature, or hot. Cheaper sake is often warmed to disguise its low grade, and premium sake is served chilled.

Are you supposed to drink sake straight?

Despite the misconception that sake is a rice wine (it's not), you should still drink sake the same way you would a nice Pinot Grigio. “We recommend sake be served chilled in a white wine glass so you really get those aromatics. You can get your nose right in there,” Rueda says.