Japanese whisky is a style of whisky developed and produced in Japan. Whisky production in Japan began around 1870, but the first commercial production was in 1924 upon the opening of the country’s first distillery, Yamazaki. Broadly speaking the style of Japanese whisky is more similar to that of Scotch whisky than other major styles of whisky.
There are several companies producing whisky in Japan, but the two best-known and most widely available are Suntory and Nikka. Both of these produce blended as well as single malt whiskies and blended malt whiskies, with their main blended whiskies being Suntory kakubin (角瓶, square bottle), and Black Nikka Clear. There are also a large number of special bottlings and limited editions
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Akashi Red Blended Whisky (50cl, 40%)
Akashi Red is made at the Eigashima (aka White Oak) distillery, which was founded in 1888. Produced by Akashi, this is a light and fruity whisky with notes of peach, almond and grape.
Akashi White Oak Blended Whisky (50cl, 40%)
A Japanese blended whisky that has been the subject of some controversy. The bottling for the home market in Japan is made with malt whisky and molasses spirit, which would not be classed as ‘whisky’ in the EU. This export version, however, is made from malt and grain whiskies.
Akashi Meïsei Blended Whisky (50cl, 40%)
A blended Japanese whisky from White Oak, said to be made with 45% American oak matured single malt. We also understand that Meïsei translates roughly as ‘celebrity’ in Japanese.
Suntory Kakubin Yellow Label (70cl, 40%)
A classic blended whisky from Suntory – the core ingredients in countless cocktails over the many, many years its been produced by the legendary Japanese producers.
Suntory Toki (70cl, 43%)
A blended whisky from Suntory’s three distilleries: Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita. Toki has a different composition to another Suntory blend, Hibiki, as its main components are Hakashu single malt and Chita grain whisky. It should work really well in a highball.
Fun fact: ‘Toki’ means ‘time’ in Japanese.
Eigashima Toji’s Select Craft Japanese Whisky 70cl, 43%
The Eigashima distillery in Japan received the first license to produce whisky in 1919. This is known for the extremely traditional craftsmanship.
On the occasion of the centenary, the Eigashima Craft Japanese Whisky was produced with the unique traditional technique of the Eigashima distillery. It is a light and delicate blended whisky.
The Master Blender Toji uses for the production carefully selected grain and malt whiskies, which mature in bourbon and sherry casks.
Akashi Blue Label Blended Whisky (70cl, 40%)
Akashi whisky is the only whisky in the world that is made by a Toji (grand-master in the art of sake making) by implementing sake-making methodologies into the whisky making process. The distil pot used is smaller than those used by both Scottish and other Japanese distilleries, which in turn, decreases the levels of fusel alcohol. As a result, Akashi whisky does not require as long of an ageing process, while its new make is smooth and delicate.
Akashi blue is a blended whisky reserved in Japanese Shochu cask (American Oak) around 2 years, aged in bourbon cask before finishing in sherry casks for 1 years.
Akashi Sherry Cask Finish Whisky 50cl, 40%
This Akashi is a Blend with Malt and Grain Whiskies. He finished in a Sherry cask and gained fruity aromas.
Nikka Days (70cl, 40%)
Nikka Days is a brilliantly bright blended Japanese whisky from the legendary producer, featuring spirits from the Miyagikyo and Yoichi distilleries. The slightly peated whisky delicately balances both fruity and malted flavours. The sunny packaging is sure to brighten up your day too!
Nikka Whisky From The Barrel (50cl, 51.4%)
Nikka From the Barrel award-winning whisky is big, bold and spicy, with notes of citrus and malted honey, too.
Tenjaku Pure Malt (70cl, 43%)
Tenjaku Whisky Pure Malt is rich and polished, with a slightly bitter and soft taste. A dense harmony created through the weaving together of pure whiskies of various ages. The gentle union of flavors and a mellowness found only in a pure malt whisky. Delicate yet complex aromas and flavors open up, dancing smoothly in the mouth.
Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl, 43%)
A blended whisky from The Kurayoshi range, made with malt and grain whiskies from Scotland and Japan. This expression is aged in bourbon barrels, helping to develop hefty helpings of intense vanilla notes.
Yamazakura Blended Whisky (70cl, 40%)
A blended whisky from Japan’s Yamazakura range, which is brought to market by Japanese company Sasanokawa Shuzo. The name itself a portmanteau of two Japanese terms ‘Yama’ means ‘mountain’ and ‘Sakura’ means cherry tree. If you think about it, a portmanteau is kind of like a blend but with words, so this name is rather apt for a Japanese blended whisky.
Togouchi Beer Cask (70cl, 40%)
A sweet, malty blended whisky from Togouchi that has been finished in casks that initially held rum from Martinique, before being transported to France and used to mature IPA beer. These cask have imparted aromas of honey, vanilla, bitter hops and baked apples that fill the nose and are echoed throughout the palate.
Koshi-No Shinobu Pure Malt (70cl, 43%)
A blended malt from the Shinobu range, Koshi-No is initially matured in a duo of bourbon and sherry casks. It’s then transferred to Japanese Mizanura oak for a finishing period before bottling at 43% ABV. A wonderful combo of red fruit, citrus and wood influence.
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky (70cl, 45%)
Using the two Coffey stills at the Miyagikyo distillery, which were imported from Scotland to Japan in 1963, Nikka have produced a number of single cask single grain whiskies from time to time over the years. This, however, is their larger release of wonderfully exotic single grain whisky. Now in a 70cl bottle!
Togouchi Sake Cask Finish (70cl, 40%)
Togouchi Sake Cask Finish is a blend whisky produced by Chugoku Jozo famous for its traditional sakes. The imported Bourbon barrels are installed in the old railway tunnel to be aged there. Then Chef Blender selects and blends the precious whisky to finish it for 3 months in sake casks before bottling it.
Expressing a delicate nose with notes of vanilla, green apple and malt, Togouchi Sake Cask Finish delivers its complexity on the palate with the appearance of lactic, woody and fruity aromas (white fruit). In a long finish, it will leave a few scents of white fruit, spices and malt.
Togouchi whiskies are specific in that they are only aged, blended, diluted in Japan and highlight the work of blending for the future productions of the Sakurao distillery. The aging of whisky casks imported from Scotland and Canada takes place in a unique site: a tunnel 361m long and dug in 1970 offering ideal conditions for maturation (constant temperature of 14°C and humidity of 80%). Part of their Japanese character is transmitted by the terroir through the spring water used for the reduction of the alcoholic volume which is drawn from the heart of the preserved mountains of the Sandankyo natural park.
Fujimi The 7 Virtues Of The Samurai 70cl, 40%
FUJIMI “Immortality” in Japanese – is a tribute to those “who served” in Japan under the “Bushido” code ; respecting the 7 virtues of Courage, Integrity, Honesty, Loyalty, Respect, Compassion and Honor.
May the Samouraï and its values live forever!
Aged for 3 years in white American oak barrels, Fujimi Blended Japanese Whisky is smooth and mild.
Yamazaki 12 Year Old (5cl, 43%)
Yamazaki 12 year Old is a pioneering malt in Japan, for which Suntory deserve great credit. In its early days, it was rounded and delicate…now it is more intense, confident and elegant.
No-one can say they are a fan of Japanese whiskey without trying the Yamazaki 12-year-old. This fine 5cl Miniature, first coming to the market in 1984, has been refined through time, with a unique floral but zesty character. Ultimate refreshment is experienced with every sip.
Suntory The Chita (70cl, 43%)
The Chita Japanese single grain whisky is one of the selection of fantastic distilleries owned by Suntory.
Chita is their main expression – a whisky matured in a combination of Sherry, bourbon and (interestingly) wine casks.
Chita whisky is great for the summer months.
Kamiki Original Blended Malt Whisky (50cl, 48%)
Kamiki is a unique blended malt whisky made using Japanese malts whiskies combined with specially selected malt whiskies from around the world. After blending, the whisky is finished in casks made from yoshino-sugi (often referred to as “Japanese cedar”). It’s a particularly aromatic type of wood, and Kamiki is said to be the first whisky ever to enjoy a yoshino-sugi cask finish!
Helios ‘Reki’ Blended Malt Whisky (70cl, 43%)
Reki is a Japanese whisky produced by the Helios distillery in Okinawa . While the company is famous and appreciated above all for its rums and its awamori (a type of rice-based drink only produced in Okinawa), this whisky is produced in very limited quantities mixing malts aged from 3 to 18 years in American barrels.
Fruity, nuanced smoky flavor with dish character, hints of dried apricots, orange, heather honey, licorice root, herbs and vanilla. Served at room temperature.