#Mirin January 20

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In January 2026, many of us will take part in the 30-Day Label Coach4aday Challenge. Each day we will share a label from a food product and share info about one of the ingredients. The goal is simple—read food labels, research unfamiliar ingredients, and become more intentional about what you’re putting into your body, building awareness that can lead to healthier, more mindful eating. Today my post is info on MIRIN.

Mirin is very common in traditional Japanese-style teriyaki sauce and is considered a core ingredient alongside soy sauce and sugar. Many authentic or premium teriyaki sauces use mirin to add mild sweetness, gloss, and depth of flavor. In essence it is a cooking wine that has an ABV of 14%.

Label-30 Day Challenge Guidelines

As with previous challenges, participants are encouraged to adapt the guidelines to fit their own circumstances. If you can, commit to sharing an ingredient from a food label during the month of January.

1. Locate a label on a food product and research an ingredient you might not be familiar with.  
2. Share with a challenge partner if you have one what that ingredient is.
3. Join the conversation by posting on social media with the hashtag #Coach4adayChallenge

January 20th-Mirin

When I am grilling there are a variety of meats that I utilize teriyaki sauce with. I will marinate steaks, chicken, and hamburgers with this Japanese sauce. The mirin in my favorite brand of Kikkoman helps tenderize the protein and enhances the flavor. Going to Miyabi Jr. Japanese Express and ordering a Teriyaki Chicken bowl is incomplete without extra teriyaki.