Mirin can be thought of as a cousin to sake - perhaps the cooler, more complicated relative who lives in the big city. While it's also a rice wine, typically mirin has a lower alcohol content and more sugar than sake - making it both sweeter and subtler. Add to marinades, sauces, broths or dressings for an artful boost of umami.
Mirin can be thought of as a cousin to sake - perhaps the cooler, more complicated relative who lives in the big city. While it's also a rice wine, typically mirin has a lower alcohol content and more sugar than sake - making it both sweeter and subtler. Add to marinades, sauces, broths or dressings for an artful boost of umami.