As compared with the time when the old classification system was still effective, the optional entries such as brand name of the rice and area of production based on the standard that regulates the method of manufacturing and quality labeling of refined sake issued by the National Tax Administration Agency, as well as various information on the rice-polishing ratio, preparation method, and bottling method, are nowadays listed on the label in order for consumers to evaluate the product information and select their product on their own.
現在では、級別制度のあったころに比べて消費者が自分で商品情報を見極めて選択できるように、原料米名、産地名など、国税庁による日本酒国税庁の清酒の製法品質表示基準による任意記載事項を初めとして、精米歩合、仕込み方、瓶詰めの仕方など多様な情報がラベルに表示されている。