Nestlé Japan released the first-ever Sake Kit Kat back in 2016 and has since followed up by creating other chocolates with plum and yuzu liqueurs. Now, Kit Kat is introducing Yoghurt Sake as its newest flavor, bringing attention to a rice wine made with rich Jersey yogurt. Japan's Niizawa Sake Brewery has been making its Yoghurt Sake since 2010 and it's an alcoholic beverage that's said to pair especially well with chocolate.
Like many snacks that are made with yogurt, Kit Kat's Yoghurt Sake mini-bars boast a creamy white color but they are said to taste like more than just the dairy product. As the bars contain 0.5% alcohol, they are said to offer plenty of Japanese sake flavors.
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Kit Kat's Yoghurt Sake Flavor Boasts 0.5% Alcohol
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