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{{AFC comment|1=No significant improvement since last submission. The other comments still hold. [[User:CF-501 Falcon|'''''CF-501''''' Falcon]] ([[User talk:CF-501 Falcon|talk]] · [[Special:Contributions/CF-501_Falcon|contribs]]) 15:53, 1 April 2025 (UTC)}}
 
{{AFC comment|1=This appears to primarily reference the London Sake Challenge. It should refer to all Sake Challenges not just one event. Lacks inline citations, without which this is mostly [[WP:OR|original research]]. [[User:Dan arndt|Dan arndt]] ([[User talk:Dan arndt|talk]]) 04:39, 6 January 2025 (UTC)}}
 
{{AFC comment|1=Half of the article is unsourced. The [[WP:EL|external links]] at the end are extremely spammy. Have you considered cutting the amount down? [[User:AlphaBetaGamma|ABG]] <small> ([[User talk:AlphaBetaGamma|Talk/Report any mistakes here]]) </small> 00:34, 18 December 2024 (UTC)}}
 
{{AFC comment|1=Guidance to the author has been given [[User_talk:Bobby_Cohn/Archive 5#SAKE_CHALLENGES|on my talk page]] and I've made some corrections to the work. You already have a good list of articles to work from, so follow the advice of [[WP:BACKWARD]] in your writing from here on out. Please continue to write the draft by describing the topic and not promoting any group or events, by writing about what sources have to say about the topic. [[User:Bobby Cohn|Bobby Cohn]] ([[User talk:Bobby Cohn|talk]]) 17:43, 5 October 2024 (UTC)}}
 
{{AFC comment|1=Wikipedia, as [[WP:UGC|user-generated content]], cannot be used as a [[WP:Reliable sources|reliable source]]. Instead, demonstrate what [[WP:Independent]] and [[WP:Secondary]] sources has said about the subject. [[User:Bobby Cohn|Bobby Cohn]] ([[User talk:Bobby Cohn|talk]]) 21:50, 4 October 2024 (UTC)}}
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{{Short description|CompetitiveSAKE event for premium sakeCHALLENGES}}
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A '''sake challenge''' is a competition, typically held annually, to identify and recognize premium [[sake]]. The idea was conceived and competitions founded in 2012 by the [[Sake Sommelier Association]] and its founders, Xavier Chapelou<ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2012/09/sommeliers-match-sake-with-foie-gras | title=▼
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Sommeliers Match Sake With Truffles and Foie Gras | website=Wine Searcher | date=27 September 2012}}</ref> and Kumiko Ohta.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://en.sake-times.com/how-to-drink/going-global-with-ssa-sake-challenges | title=Going Global with SSA Sake Challenges| website=SakeTimes | date=2 August 2022 }}</ref> The competitions are held annually in cities and countries worldwide, including [[Milan]], [[Singapore]], [[Luxembourg]], [[Bordeaux]], and [[London]].▼
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A '''Sake Challenge''' is an annual competition designed to identify and recognize premium sake. It brings together some of the most distinguished [https://www.forbes.com/sites/abigailabesamis/2018/10/10/sake-sommeliers-arent-just-offering-drink-recommendations-theyre-spreading-a-movement/ sake sommeliers] from around the world to evaluate and celebrate the finest [[sake|sakes]]. Held in various global cities, the event aims to raise the international profile of sake while promoting excellence and innovation within the industry.{{cn|date=January 2025}}
 
Organized by the [[Sake Sommelier Association]], one of the main governing bodies overseeing sake competitions, the event is known for its rigorous judging process and commitment to showcasing the diversity and craftsmanship of [[sake]].{{cn|date=January 2025}} The Sake Challenge highlights outstanding producers and educates a global audience about the cultural significance and intricate flavors of this traditional Japanese beverage.
The [[London Sake Challenge]] was the first sake competition and was dedicated solely to sake and local [[food pairing]].
 
== BackgroundHistory ==
▲AThe first '''sake challenge''' is a competition, typicallywas held annually,in to[[London]] identifyas and recognize premiumthe [[sakeLondon Sake Challenge]] in 2012. The idea was conceived and competitions founded in 2012 by the [[Sake Sommelier Association]] and its founders, Xavier Chapelou<ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2012/09/sommeliers-match-sake-with-foie-gras | title=
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▲Sommeliers Match Sake With Truffles and Foie Gras | website=Wine Searcher | date=27 September 2012}}</ref> and Kumiko Ohta.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://en.sake-times.com/how-to-drink/going-global-with-ssa-sake-challenges | title=Going Global with SSA Sake Challenges| website=SakeTimes | date=2 August 2022 }}</ref> The competitions are held annually in cities and countries worldwide, including [[Milan]], [[Singapore]], [[Luxembourg]], [[Bordeaux]], and [[London]].
Sake, or saki, is an alcoholic beverage made of fermented rice and water. Sake originated in [[Japan]] and dates back as far as 500 BCE.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-01-07 |title=The History of Japanese Sake {{!}} JSS |url=https://japansake.or.jp/sake/en/basic/japanese-sake-history/ |access-date=2022-09-01 |website=Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association {{!}} JSS |language=ja}}</ref> Recently, sake has gained attention and significant outside of Japan and exports have rapidly increased due to the growing popularity of sake worldwide. The value of sake exports in 2022 was more than six times that of 2009.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.jacom.or.jp/ryutsu/news/2023/02/230206-64508.php|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230207170150/https://www.jacom.or.jp/ryutsu/news/2023/02/230206-64508.php|script-title=ja:日本酒輸出2022年度実績 金額・数量ともに過去最高 日本酒造組合中央会|language=ja|publisher=[[Japan Agricultural Cooperatives]]|date=6 February 2023|archive-date=7 February 2023}}</ref> As of 2022, the value of Japan's alcoholic beverage exports was approximately 139.2 billion yen, with sake accounting for the second most-valued export at 47.5 billion yen.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nta.go.jp/taxes/sake/yushutsu/yushutsu_tokei/pdf/0021010-203.pdf|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230207165709/https://www.nta.go.jp/taxes/sake/yushutsu/yushutsu_tokei/pdf/0021010-203.pdf|script-title=ja:最近の日本産酒類の輸出動向について|language=ja|publisher=[[National Tax Agency]]|date=|archive-date=7 February 2023}}</ref> Today, sake has become a world beverage with a few breweries in China, Southeast Asia, South America, North America, and Australia.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2019/05/04/food/american-based-breweries-creating-brand-sake/|title=American-based breweries are creating their own brand of sake|last=Hirano|first=Ko|date=2019-05-04|work=The Japan Times Online|access-date=2019-12-04|language=en-US|issn=0447-5763|archive-date=April 23, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200423224228/https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2019/05/04/food/american-based-breweries-creating-brand-sake/|url-status=dead}}</ref>
 
Since its inception in London in 2012, the Sake Challenge has expanded to several cities worldwide, each contributing to the event’s global influence.
The competition now takes place in key cities such as [[Bordeaux]], [[Luxembourg]], [[Milan]], [[Singapore]]. reflecting the global growth of sake appreciation.{{cn|date=January 2025}}
 
== Objectives ==
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The purpose of the event is to recognize outstanding premium sakes. It aims to promote sake consumption by showcasing a new market where sake is paired with local food. Additionally, the event seeks to raise global awareness and increase the popularity of sake, particularly through "[https://chronicle.lu/category/things-to-see-do/51666-japan-life-event-returns-to-luxembourg Japan Life]", an event celebrating [[Culture of Japan|Japanese culture.]]
 
==Judging Process==
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Sake Challenges employs a meticulous and multi-faceted judging process designed to ensure that each sake is evaluated fairly and comprehensively.
This process is rooted in the principles of transparency, expertise, and cultural sensitivity, reflecting the competition’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of quality and each [[Sake|sake]] is assessed independently, not comparatively.
 
Each sake is assessed independently, not comparatively. Sake sommeliers and jury members evaluate each entry based on appearance, flavor, and taste in the first round of blind tasting.
The design and packaging are assessed separately.
 
This innovation was first introduced by the [[Sake Sommelier Association]] during the [[London Sake Challenge|2012 London Sake Challenge]]▼
 
▲This innovation was first introduced by the [[Sake Sommelier Association]] during the [[London Sake Challenge|2012 London Sake Challenge]]
Today, many sake competitions around the world have been influenced by this novel idea and have adopted it.
 
==Reward==
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The competition awards Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze medals to the highest scoring sakes in accordance with the judging criteria. ▼
 
==Special Awards==
▲The competition awards Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze medals to the highest scoring sakes in accordance with the judging criteria.
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In addition to the standard medals, the Sake Challenge also bestows special awards for sakes that demonstrate outstanding innovation, regional distinction, or unique flavor profiles. These awards recognize the creativity and diversity within the sake industry
 
== References ==
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3 - Japan Times - https://www.japantimes.co.jp/comfacts/147/
4 - Delano - https://delano.lu/article/luxembourg-s-first-sake-challe
5 - Echos - Bordeaux - https://echos-bordeaux.com/bordeaux-sake-challenge/
 
== Further reading ==
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* [https://delano.lu/article/luxembourg-s-first-sake-challe Following Luxembourg’s first sake challenge]
* [https://www.lu.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_fr/11_000001_00058.html Luxembourg Saké Challenge » compétition de saké japonais]
* https://vintagience.com/news_en/hekiu-and-honoka-win-awards-at-singapore-sake-challenge-2024/
* https://fushimino.com/blogs/news/singapore-sake-challenge
* https://niizawa-brewery.co.jp/en/news/2582/
* https://www.japantimes.co.jp/comfacts/147/
* https://tsunan-sake.com/go-grandclass-singapore-sake-challenge-2024/
 
== External links ==
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