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Japanese Whisky
On February 16, 2021, the Japan Spirits & Liqueurs Makers Association released new labelling standards for "Japanese Whisky" with the aim of providing clarity on what qualifies as authentic "Japanese Whisky." For a more detailed exploration of this topic, we invite you to peruse our blog post.
These standards not only seek to define the characteristics of Japanese Whisky but also aim to prevent the use of any misleading materials that might suggest a Whisky is Japanese "by implication." It's important to note that these standards, although influential, are not legally binding. Member producers of the association are expected to adopt these standards, potentially leading to clearer labelling and information within the Japanese Whisky industry. However, non-member producers may continue to use vague labelling.
The new standards are set to take effect from April 1, 2021. Producers have been given a grace period until March 2024 to rectify existing labelling, providing some leeway for compliance.
At Mizunara: The Shop Singapore, we are committed to transparency. To the best of our knowledge, we will diligently identify products based on the origin of the distilled spirit within the category of "Whisky from Japan," encompassing both products conforming to the new standards and those that do not. If you ever find yourself uncertain, please don't hesitate to reach out to us for clarification. We are here to assist you in navigating the nuances of Japanese Whisky!
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Japanese Whisky
$490.00 SGD
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Distillery: Chichibu
Age: NAS
ABV: 53.5%
Size: 700 ml
The Peated 2022 Edition from the Chichibu Distillery was released after a gap of four years. The previous release was bottled in 2018 for the 10th anniversary of Chichibu. Matured in ex-Bourbon barrels for between five and seven years, only 11,000 bottles were produced.
Colour : Pale gold Nose : Peat Smoke and sweet custard notes to start with followed by some peach, apricot and orange Palate : Ripe fruit and stone fruit combined with some smoke at the back. Green fruits such as apple and a hint of salt and vanilla balances the peat.
Rated 89+ over 85 votes on Whisky base.
$23,900.00 SGD
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Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)
Age: 33 Years (March 1981 - April 2014)
ABV: 54.5% (Natural Cask Strength)
Size: 700 ml
A rare and vintage Karuizawa single malt Japanese whisky, distilled in 1981, matured in Ex-Sherry Cask #152 and bottled in 2014 for La Maison Du Whisky (LMDW). Only 566 bottles were released.
Rated 92+ over 58 Votes on Whisky Base and Rated 5 Stars (92 Points) on Whisky Fun.
$5,900.00 SGD
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Distillery: Hanyu and Kawasaki (Closed)
Age: 1990 vintage and 1982 vintage (bottled in 2016)
ABV: 48%
Size: 700 ml
This rare whisky is a fantastic vatting by Mr. Ichiro Akuto, from two single casks from two lost distilleries, a Hanyu 1990 vintage and a Kawasaki 1982 vintage. This is a special bottling to celebrate the 27th Anniversary of the Kiyosato Field Ballet.
Kawasaki distillery was owned by Mercian Corporation, also the owners of the Karuizawa Distillery, which focused on Malt whisky, while Kawasaki focused on Grain whisky. Located in Kawasaki Prefecture between Tokyo and Yokohama, Kawasaki Distillery used 90% corn and 10% malted barley in Refill Sherry Butts and Demerara Rum casks. Mercian became a part of Kirin Holdings in the 2000s and Karuizawa and Kawasaki were both closed. After being closed, most of inventory of casks were stored in the Yamanashi warehouse and bought by Mr. Ichiro Akuto in 2006.
700 bottles were released in 2016. Rated 91+ on Whiskybase across more than 20 reviews. Please note that Bottle No is for reference only.
$399.00 SGD
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Distillery: Asaka Distillery (Sasanokawa Shuzo)
Age: NAS
ABV: 55%
Size: 700ml
This special Limited Release from the Asaka Distillery in the Tohoku Region has been finished in a Sake Cask after maturation in a first fill Bourbon Barrel #18151.
A total of 197 bottles were released.
$399.00 SGD
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Distillery: Asaka Distillery (Sasanokawa Shuzo)
Age: NAS
ABV: 51%
Size: 700ml
This IPA CASK FINISH Single Malt Whisky from the Asaka Distillery has been primarily aged in first fill bourbon barrels and then finished in Imperial IPA casks from HOPJAPAN, a brewery in Miyakoji-machi located near the Distillery.
Bottled in limited numbers as a Non Chill filtered and in Natural color, this Single Malt Whisky has a nose of citrus peels and cinnamon like spices with a complex palate balanced by the vanilla and honey sweetness of the Bourbon Casks and the freshness that is characteristic of hops with hints of dark chocolate at the back.
Released in Oct 2023, there were only 538 bottles.
$399.00 SGD
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Distillery: Asaka Distillery (Sasanokawa Shuzo)
Age: NAS
ABV: 50%
Size: 700ml
This is a 2023 Edition of their PEATED Single Malt Whisky which has been largely matured in Bourbon barrels. While most of the Asaka Distillery produces Non-Peated Single Malt, they occasionally release a Peated bottling from time to time as well in limited quantities.
Available in very limited quantities.
In 2022, the distillery won the "World's Best Blended Malt" at 2022 World Whisky Award and this is their Peated Single Malt release for 2023.
$399.00 SGD
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Distillery: Ontake Distillery
Age: NAS
ABV: 43%
Size: 700ml
This is the inaugural release from the Ontake distillery which has been matured in first-fill solera sherry butts and bottled in 2023. Non-chill filtered and bottled at a very approachable ABV of 43% this is an excellent and enjoyable Whisky from this new distillery in Kagoshima, Japan.
Color: Amber Nose: Aromatic dry fruits, figs and plums Palate: A rich sweetness reminding of raisins and figs, some pear compote and apricot, some spices, and subtle toasty savory notes Finish: Lingering spices with a warm finish of chocolate.
Ontake distillery lies atop the hills of Kagoshima (on the Kyushu Island of Japan) and is Nishi Shuzo's latest venture into Whisky. With a long history since 1845, Nishi Shuzo have established themselves as a very high quality Shochu producer and more recently Sake. Their first new make ran through Ontake's stills in 2019, and all whisky releases are likely to be exclusively matured in old sherry casks.
Region: Japan
Distillery: Mars Komagatake Distillery
Age: 6 Years
ABV: 61 % (Natural Cask Strength)
Size: 700ml
Bottles Exclusively for MIZUNARA, this Mars Komagatake 2017 Single Malt Heavily Peated Japanese Whisky is matured in American Oak Bourbon Barrel #BJ3636. It features aromas of fresh green fruits, sweet citrus, vanilla cookies, and earthy peat smoke. On the palate, it offers flavours of lemon tart, salted caramel, smoked bacon, and oak spices. The finish is characterised by lingering warm spices, earthy smoke, and dark chocolate.
Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to savour the marvels of this specially crafted whisky, exclusively picked by and bottled for MIZUNARA. Only 184 bottles in aggregate have been released between Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore.
Please expect delivery within about two - three weeks of purchase, as this is a pre-order listing.