Sake vs. Mirin

Sake vs. Mirin — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Sake and Mirin

Sakenoun

cause, interest or account

For the sake of argument

Mirinnoun

A form of Japanese rice wine, less alcoholic than sake.

Sakenoun

purpose or end; reason

For old times' sake

Sakenoun

the benefit or regard of someone or something

Sakenoun

contention, strife; guilt, sin, accusation or charge

Sakenoun

A class of Japanese rice wines made from polished rice and typically about 20% alcohol by volume.

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Sakenoun

(inexact) rice wine.

Sakenoun

a reason for wanting something done;

for your sakedied for the sake of his countryin the interest of safetyin the common interest

Sakenoun

Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot

Sakenoun

the purpose of achieving or obtaining;

for the sake of argument