La Maison du Saké and
the Spirits Below
PARIS — At 11 Rue Tiquetonne in Paris’s 2nd arrondissement, La Maison du Saké stands as one of France’s premier destinations for Japanese sake, offering retail bottles, tasting sessions, and educational events. But beneath this elegant storefront lies a lesser-known treasure: Golden Promise, a hidden bar operated by the Maison du Whisky.
While not solely dedicated to sake, Golden Promise features a curated selection of rare Japanese sakes alongside a renowned whisky collection. Its speakeasy-style interior — dark wood, soft lights, and elegant bar service — offers a rare chance to enjoy sake in a setting typically reserved for high-end spirits.
Occasionally, the bartenders craft sake-based cocktails, especially when collaborating with guest mixologists. Though the menu is more whisky-forward, the bar is a quiet haven for those who appreciate the nuanced character of sake.
Whether you descend the stairs after a bottle tasting upstairs or arrive specifically for the ambiance, Golden Promise bridges two cultures — Japan and France — through a refined, multisensory experience.
Our Passion
From intimate tastings events in Munich, to brewery spotlights in Paris and Milan, we promote sake in Europe. Join us at a tasing event. You’ll see it too. You’ll see the conversation, the uniqueness, the flavors and the community.
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Check out our pan-European event calendar, deep-dive articles, and our thoughtfully curated shop. Everyone is welcome. Newcomers, seasoned sake lovers, and good old fashioned Japanese sake drinkers, we invite you to explore, sip, and be as inspired as we are because; we love Japanese sake.
The Heart of Our Obsession
We love Japanese sake—truly, endlessly, unapologetically. We talk about it, write about it, drink it, and share it with anyone curious enough to take the first sip. From intimate tastings in Munich to brewery spotlights in Paris and Milan, we bring Japan’s most refined tradition to Europe’s most adventurous palates. Join us and feel the conversation, the flavor, and the community that make sake unforgettable.
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