Bombs Away! Defusing the Sake Bomb

About this episode

This episode explores the origins and cultural significance of the sake bomb, revealing its surprising history and roots.

Episode 187. Ever wonder where the sake bomb actually came from? Spoiler alert: it probably wasn't Japan. This week on Sake Revolution, John and Tim dive headfirst into one of the most divisive topics in sake culture — the sake bomb. From its surprising roots in the 19th century boilermaker, to a 1987 Houston newspaper ad that might just be the earliest printed record of the drink, this episode is packed with history, hot takes, and a few personal confessions. Plus, we explore the question - ...

People in this episode

Hosts: Timothy Sullivan, John Puma

Topics covered

• sake culture
• sake bomb
• history of drinks
• 19th century
• boilermaker

Keywords

• sake bomb
• history
• boilermaker
• 19th century
• Houston
• sake culture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Houston newspaper

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