Reuben Oh and Yumika Yamamoto overcame the challenges of brewing sake in Singapore to create distinctly local expressions now served at Michelin-starred restaurants, recognised in international competitions and supported by a growing community.
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Reuben Oh and Yumika Yamamoto overcame the challenges of brewing sake in Singapore to create distinctly local expressions now served at Michelin-starred restaurants, recognised in international competitions and supported by a growing community.
Singaporean Reuben Oh and Japanese head brewer Yumika Yamamoto are behind Orchid Sake Brewery, Singapore’s first and only sake brewery. (Photos: CNA/Kelvin Chia)
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