public is welcome to partake in sake-themed events; guests sample a host of premium, sake and revel in many other fascinating aspects of Japanese culture. Sake Sommelier of the Year Sake Sommelier of the Year is an annual competition jointly organised by the Sake Sommelier Association. Started in London in 2013, the competition is the first of its kind to be held outside Japan. The Sake Sommelier of the Year is a global event, and it was successfully held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in 2019. The competition aims to find the most skilful Sake Sommeliers bringing them to the attention of their customers and raising the profile of their establishments. More than 50 sommeliers from Europe, Asia and the Middle East entered the first competition in 2013. In 2015, two new titles were introduced to encourage and reward contribution to the world of sake: Young Sake Ambassador and Sake Ambassador. See also London Sake Challenge Sake Sommelier of the Year References External links Official Sake Sommelier Association website Food and drink appreciation