In a significant milestone for American sake brewing, California-based ROGA Junmai Daiginjo has been awarded the prestigious Platinum Award at the 2025 Kura Master competition in Paris. Another product in the ROGA line, ROGA Junmai Daiginjo Genshu, also received a Gold Award, marking a dual triumph for Yaegaki Corporation of USA, the U.S. branch of Japan’s Yaegaki Sake & Spirits, Inc.
Kura Master, established in 2017, is one of Europe’s premier sake competitions, judged by French culinary professionals including MOF (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) titleholders, sommeliers, chefs, and educators. The competition emphasizes the harmony between sake and food, reflecting French gastronomic traditions.
ROGA’s success is particularly noteworthy as it demonstrates that a sake brewed in the United States can be highly regarded in one of the world’s most respected gastronomic cultures. The awards are expected to enhance the brand’s visibility and open new opportunities in the global market.
Yaegaki Corporation of USA has been brewing sake in California since 1999. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has positioned ROGA as a premium sake brand, blending traditional Japanese brewing methods with American craftsmanship.
The accolades from Kura Master 2025 not only affirm ROGA’s excellence but also highlight the growing appreciation for American-brewed sake in international markets. As the global palate continues to evolve, ROGA’s achievements may inspire other U.S. sake brewers to pursue excellence and recognition on the world stage.
