Amazake is a naturally sweet, non-alcoholic beverage made by fermenting rice with koji. The enzymes in koji convert the starch in the rice into sugar. This mild, sweet amazake is paired with the powerful aroma of black sesame. You can drink it hot or cold, but you can also mix it into a smoothie. It can also be used as a sweetener in pastries, where its creamy texture will be a plus, especially for lactose-free or gluten-free desserts such as pudding or chocolate cake.
