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    How do I warm sake?
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    Place the tokkuri in a bowl with water about 40 degrees Celsius. Give it enough time to warm up before serving.
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    How long can I keep sake before drinking it?
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    It's said that sake should be drunk within 1 year after bottling. Also, it's desirable to store a bottle at a low temperature, as higher temperatures lead to faster aging and more change of flavor.
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    How many ounces is a sake glass?
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    A sake glass is usually just two or three ounces.
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    Should I add other alcoholic drinks to sake?
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    I don't, usually, but some people like to make sake cocktails.
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    Is it okay to serve sake chilled?
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    Sake can be served chilled, but it depends on what type of sake it is. Usually, it will say on the bottle whether or not it's best served chilled.
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