Snow Monkey Sake Remix – a new range of ready-to-drink beverages crafted from sake – is hitting shelves.

“We start with an American sake base, so Snow Monkey RTDs offer a delicious and refreshing option for consumers who are concerned about the ingredients they eat and drink, and at only 100 calories it is a taste not to be missed,” said David Knight, CEO, Snow Monkey Sake Remix.  

“Our unique east-meets-west flavours are balanced with unmistakable umami. The result is a tropical fruit infusion embraced by a soft wash of bubbles with no artificial or overly-sweet aftertaste so commonly found in malt or spirit-based beverages. Our tagline, ‘Drink No Evil,’ says it all.”

Snow Monkey Sake Remix launches at the nexus of three upward trends in beverage alcohol: RTDs; No/Low alcohol and Sake. This new sake-based RTD with a sessionable, low ABV of 4.5% and colorful graphics will grab consumer attention in retail coolers and displays.  Unlike spirit-based RTDs, Snow Monkey will be broadly available for purchase in convenience and grocery stores.

The Snow Monkey Brand is rooted in the joyful spirit of the Japanese Macaques – playful, resourceful and surprisingly wise monkeys which according to legends were sent by the Gods to protect sacred spaces and maintain the balance between nature and humanity. They didn’t just survive the harsh winters, they thrived, seeking out hot springs for soaking, instinctively embracing the pleasures of life even in icy conditions.

Snow Monkey is a product innovation created by the Founder and CEO of Origami Sake, Matt Bell.  Origami Sake is Arkansas’ first and only sake brewery and the fastest growing American-produced sake brand with the distinction of being the only American brewer to receive a gold medal at Tokyo Sake Challenge 2025.

“The story about the Macaques isn’t just about survival, it’s about finding joy, pleasure and connection in the most unexpected places,” said Bell. “We took that inspiration and ran with it. Snow Monkey Sake Remix honors the soul of Japanese tradition with a deep connection to our home in Hot Springs, Arkansas.”

MANDARIN & GRAPEFRUIT – Sweet mandarin and the sharp tang of grapefruit harmonise with the clean, umami-rich notes of sake, delivering a crisp and invigorating citrus profile that feels lively yet smooth.

MANGO & GUAVA – A tropical medley of creamy mango and tangy guava that intertwines with the silky depth of sake, creating a bold and indulgent flavor profile that’s fruity but not too sweet.

DRAGON FRUIT & KEYLIME – A vibrant fusion where the exotic sweetness of dragon fruit blends seamlessly with the crisp, zesty brightness of key lime, while sake’s subtle umami smooths and elevates the tropical notes for a refreshing, balanced sip.

YUZU & HIBISCUS – The tart, aromatic complexity of yuzu pairs beautifully with the delicate floral notes of hibiscus, while sake’s refined, silky texture weaves everything together in harmony.