Hinatakan (sake warmed to about 30°C)

Hinatakan (日向燗) is one of the temperature ranges used when warming sake, referring to a temperature of around 30°C. At this temperature the aroma and flavor come forward, and the sake feels easy to drink and mellow, which is why it is favored by many sake enthusiasts. Hinatakan pairs particularly well with light-style sake and with sake that has a fruity aroma, and its gentle warmth makes for a pleasant drinking experience. Some sake is best enjoyed chilled and some warmed, and hinatakan is one of those options, well suited to a toast or a leisurely meal.