Amazake

Amazake is a traditional Japanese sweet beverage made by fermenting rice with koji mold (Aspergillus oryzae). The result is a thick, milky white liquid with a natural sweetness that comes not from added sugar, but from the breakdown of starches into simple sugars. The flavor is gently sweet with a subtle nutty undertone. In Japanese cuisine, it is used as an ingredient in soups, sauces, desserts, or as a base for smoothies and sweet drinks. Due to its low or zero alcohol content, it is suitable even for children. It contains amino acids, B vitamins, and enzymes that support digestion.