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[New Distillery] Bottlers Company “BEHIND THE CASK” Announces the Establishment of Its Own Distillery

[New Distillery] "BEHIND THE CASK," an independent bottlers company, announces the smallest whisky distillery project in Japan in Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, on June 6, 2023. Official details will be revealed at a joint press conference on June 12.
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[Saturday, August 5 and Sunday, August 6, 2023] Likaman Whisky Messe in KYOTO 2023

World Whisky Gathers in Kyoto! The event will be held on Saturday, August 5 and Sunday, August 6. Advance ticket sales began on Thursday, April 27 at Likaman Online Shop, E-Plus, Ticket Pia, L-Tike and Liquor Mountain stores (limited to 700 tickets for each section).
New Release

[June 15, 2023 Release] Blended Malt Green Dram (Kuju Distillery)

Kusumi Distillery, which began distilling in 2021, pre-released a year-round product. Where can I buy it? is, of course, Kusumi Distillery's specs, pot stills, and more.
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[Held on Sunday, July 9, 2023] TWSC (Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition) Grand Tasting 2023

This is a big event where you can sample over 700 award-winning bottles from the "TWSC (Tokyo Whiskey & Spirits Competition) 2023." This is a unique event where you can enjoy free and paid tastings of not only whisky, but also gin, brandy, rum, vodka, shochu, and various other spirits.
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[2023 Edition] The 10 Best Japanese Whiskies to Give for Father’s Day

From classic Japanese whiskies that have long been a favorite to recently released hot products, we introduce authentic Japanese whiskies that are suitable as Father's Day gifts for 2023.
Whisky Review

[Review] Ichiro’s Malt Chichibu Single Cask Mizunara heads Hogshead for CLAUDE WHISKY

Private bottle commemorating the 100th anniversary of CLAUDE WHISKY operation. Mizunara Heads Hogshead aged single cask whisky.
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[Review] Akkeshi Blended Whisky Shoman

The key malt is all Hokkaido Quercus crispula. The cask composition is a diverse blend of bourbon, sherry, wine, quercus crispus, and rum. The fruity top, oriental aroma like incense, and smoky aroma follow each other, and the round mouthfeel like honey, citrus, herbs, and tidal flavors are typical of Akkeshi.
New Release

[Released in June 2023] Single Malt Whisky Ryuka NEW BORN 2023 (Shinzato Shuzo)

Tropical nuances produced by subtropical Okinawa. The rich and complex flavor of the original whisky and its aroma are adjusted to open up the moment it is put in the glass. Aromas of raisins and other berry dried fruits, oranges, stewed jam, and dark chocolate derived from sherry casks, spicy and exotic aromas derived from Spanish virgin oak barrels, and a powerful, rich, and heavy flavor unique to the original whisky.
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[August 8, 2023 Release] Suntory Premium Highball Yamazaki quantity limited release

Only carefully selected Yamazaki malt sake suitable for highballs is used to create a thick flavor and a deep aftertaste derived from Mizunara oak barrels. Blended to be enjoyed over ice in a glass.
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[Ticket sales date is decided] Whisky Festival 2023 in Yokohama

The long-awaited ticket release date for Whisky Festival 2023 in YOKOHAMA, which will be held for the first time in Yokohama, has been set! We will provide information on how to purchase tickets, access, and a map of the area!
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