Findings from this study indicate that, 1) raw materials are a source of B. cereus, and that controlling for initial contamination is the best approach to ensure absence of B. cereus in the final product, 2) the base of fermentation is a potential source of AAB contamination, and 3) the final sterilization stage is critical for the microbiological control of turbid rice wine production. We propose the following solutions to control the microbiological quality and safety of turbid rice wines : 1) maintain good hygiene standards for the storage of raw materials. 2) Implement practical guidelines for the hygiene of employees and the manufacturing environment, and 3) establish an efficient sterilization method while taking into consideration quality and safety issues.