Say L’Chaim – Rum & Sake

RUM IS PRODUCED by fermenting and distilling sugarcane molasses or sugarcane juice.

Unflavored rum is considered a low-risk kosher product and is typically acceptable for consumption even without formal kosher supervision.

However, spiced or flavored rum requires kosher certification.

Additionally, rum that has been finished or aged in wine casks also requires kosher certification.

SAKE IS A traditional Japanese alcoholic beverage made by fermenting rice that has been polished to remove the bran.

All sake requires kosher certification due to the frequent use of added enzymes and, in some cases, other types of alcohol during the production process.