Should Cloudy Sake or Origarami Be Consumed Quickly?

Should cloudy sake or origarami (sake with sediment) be consumed quickly, regardless of whether it is raw (namazake) or pasteurized?
I am curious if it is okay to age them as well.

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Basic Rule: Consume Quickly

In general, it is recommended to consume cloudy sake or origarami quickly.

That said, let’s consider the characteristics of the product and make a decision accordingly.

• Namazake (Raw Sake): It is best to consume relatively quickly.
• Sparkling Nigori (second fermentation in the bottle): Aging is possible if stored at -5°C.
• Pasteurized Sake (Classic Type): Aging is possible.
• Pasteurized Sake (Modern Type): It is best to consume quickly.

In particular, modern types of sake, such as fruity and sweet varieties, are recommended to be consumed quickly.

Modern styles of nigori and origarami sake generally have a softer texture, which means they deteriorate more quickly.

Please use this information as a reference.