https://jpwhisky.net Japanese Whisky Dictionary Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:43:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 https://en.jpwhisky.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/cropped-jwd_logo-32x32.jpg https://jpwhisky.net 32 32 https://en.jpwhisky.net/hinokami-newborn2-2-55574/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:14:34 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55574 The Hinokami Distillery, operated by Satsuma Shuzo in Kagoshima Prefecture. The second release is “Newborn,” a blend of bourbon and sherry cask-aged spirits. Satsuma Shuzo is known for producing famous shochu brands such as “Satsuma Shiranami” and “Kannoko.” The company built its distillery in 2023. With its own Cooperage, in-house grain production, and a visitor […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/kanosuke-highball-kanosuke-singlemalt200ml-2-55661/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:58:42 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55661 The first-ever canned highball is now available nationwide exclusively at Lawson! The simultaneously released 200ml Kanosuke Single Malt makes it even more accessible. Available nationwide at Lawson stores (excluding “Lawson Store 100”) starting April 28! KANOSUKE’s first-ever canned highball, “KANOSUKE Single Malt Highball 350ml” (660 yen including tax), will be released as a Lawson-exclusive product […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-kuju-michi-2-55606/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:42:20 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55606 Kuju Distillery’s latest release is set to hit shelves in April. The “michi” series—which, unlike the previous “sora” series, is released once a year—will be added to the lineup. 1. Single Malt KUJU “michi RD.26” The “michi” series seeks to capture the essence of Kuju as expressed in a given year, following the “path” of […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/suntory-whirky-ao-irishedition-2-55635/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:21:08 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55635 Introducing “Ao,” a new whisky that highlights the distinctive characteristics of Irish whisky Suntory Limited will launch SUNTORY WHISKY “Ao〈ＩＲＩＳＨ ＥＤＩＴＩＯＮ〉” nationwide in limited quantities starting Tuesday, June 9. “Ao” is the world’s first whisky blended exclusively from base spirits produced at the Suntory Group’s own distilleries located in the world’s five major whisky-producing regions*. […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/whiskey-event-2026-2-53037/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:25:22 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53037 Update History 2025/11 Added Japanese Craft Whisky Festa (held in March) 2026/1 Added Kyushu Distillery Festival SAGA 2026 (held in May) Added Ricaman Whisky Messe (held in August) Whisk(e)y events held in 2026. We’ll keep updating and listing them here. For exhibitor and ticket information, please check the official websites linked for each event. Whisk(e)y […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-kanosuke-ipa-2-55495/ Thu, 26 Mar 2026 04:41:36 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55495 A limited-edition small batch from Kanosuke Distillery. Kanosuke IPA Cask Finish goes on sale April 1. Introducing this limited-edition product, which will not be available through general retail channels.   It will be available exclusively at THE SHOP within the Kanosuke Distillery and the Kanosuke Online Shop. Although it goes on sale on April 1, […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/akkeshi-shunbun-2-55361/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:20 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55361 The “Nijushisekki“series has been released by the Akkeshi Distillery. Here is a review of thesingle malt“Shunbun” along with its features and price. Although the release was delayed due to packaging material verification, it appears the product was successfully delivered nationwide just around the time of the “Shunbun”. The Vernal Equinox is one of the Nijushisekki, […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/papillon_p-ryukyuensis-2-55339/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:59:44 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55339 The new Papillon series from Hombo Shuzo has arrived. Here’s a look at Mars Malt Le Papillon Triple Cask“P.ryukyuensis,”including its features, price, and how to purchase it. With its beautiful label featuring a butterfly, many whisky enthusiasts are likely familiar with it. The “Mars Malt Le Papillon” series has seen many varieties released to date. […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-ontakedistillery-hioki-2-55249/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:24:29 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55249 Nishi Shuzo’s Ontake Distillery—a distillery that never stops innovating—will begin shipping 700ml bottles of “Hioki,” a Japanese blended whisky named after Hioki in Kagoshima, starting March 23. Ontake Distillery malt × Hioki Distillery grain. And it’s affordably priced! Ontake Distillery, operated by Nishi Shuzo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hioki City, Kagoshima Prefecture; President: Yoichiro Nishi), began […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/furano-for-discussion-2-55189/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:00:51 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55189 Akkeshi Distilled, Furano Aged Whisky is now on sale. Here’s a review and overview of this ultra-limited edition product. Although Kenten Jitsugyo has recently announced the construction of the Furano Distillery, the Aging Cellar has actually been in existence for some time. This release features a single cask of whisky made from spirit distilled in […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/tamano-ascend-distillery-newborn-newmake-hiraku-2-55210/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:12:11 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55210 Tamano Ascend Distillery in Fukushima Prefecture, which produces whisky under the theme of “Whisky Grown from the Soil,” has begun selling its “Newborn” and “Newmake” whiskys. We also provide information about the distillery. Tamano Ascend Distillery began operations in 2023 in the Souma region of Fukushima Prefecture, an area affected by the Great East Japan […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/lucky-cat-choco-luna-2-55131/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:54:08 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55131 Hombo Shuzo Mars Whisky has released the latest addition to its Lucky Cat series. Here’s a look at the product’s flavor profile and details. “The Lucky Cat” is a series of blended whiskys crafted using Mars Whisky’s blending expertise, featuring a variety of unique cats as motifs. The “Lucky Cat Series” has been on sale […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/kuju-small-batch-01-2-55095/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:32:00 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=55095 Kuju Distillery in Oita Prefecture has launched a single malt small batch. Kuju is primarily made from sherry-cask-aged spirits. We explain its features, price, and how to purchase it. Kuju Distillery is located in Oita Prefecture. Following the release of “First” in April 2025, they launched “Kuju Sora.” This time, they’ve released a single malt […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/kanosuke-2026-2-54978/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:22:06 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54978 The annual limited edition release from Kanosuke Distillery.This year’s release is a ‘Single Malt’. Review of the characteristics and flavor ofprevious limited editions.   Release Year Product Name Key Base Whisky 2021 Single Malt Kanosuke 2021 FIRST EDITION Shochu Richar Cask Original 2021 Single Malt Kanosuke 2021 SECOND EDITION Non-Peated: Bourbon Barrel Original Spirit 2022 […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/akkeshi-hokusai-kokiake-2-54907/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:49:14 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54907 ANA International Flight Duty-Free Pre-Order Service exclusive: The 3rd installment of the HOKUSAI NORTH COLORS series from Akkeshi arrived. Reviewing the label design and taste. The 3rd installment is “Kokiake” It refers to a deep, deep red color dyed with madder and purple. It resembles the hue of the western sky dyed by the sunset […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/akkeshi-hokusai-kusui-2-54824/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:13:39 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54824 The HOKUSAI NORTH COLORS series from Akkeshi, exclusively sold through ANA’s international flight duty-free pre-order service, has arrived. Reviewing the label design and taste. The second release is “Kuusui”. Meaning: The mountain mist that lingers among the green trees of deep forests. A beautiful, misty air lingering amidst the deep green of mountain trees. The […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/akkeshi-hokusai-suirei-2-54719/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:45:12 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54719 The HOKUSAI NORTH COLORS series from Akkeshi, exclusively sold through ANA’s international flight duty-free pre-order service, has arrived. Reviewing the label design and taste. The first release is “Suirei” A term describing mountains and peaks with vivid green hues. It’s often used to describe lush green mountains (Sui-shoku), reminiscent of the feathers of the kingfisher […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/tsunuki-9th-anniversary-2-54643/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:30:33 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54643 A limited-edition bottle commemorating the 9th anniversary of Hombo Shuzo’s Mars Tsunuki Distillery. Reviewing the bottle sold exclusively at the Tsunuki Distillery Festival.Features, price, and purchase sites introduced. Anniversary bottle sold exclusively at the Tsunuki Distillery Festival. Celebrating its 9th anniversary, this limited-edition Tsunuki bottle is a special release made with Nijo barley from Minamisatsuma-City. […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/tsunuki-art-collection04-2-54685/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:08:23 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54685 Hombo Shuzo’s Mars Tsunuki Distillery has released a whisky series sold exclusively for hometown tax donations. We review the labels and taste. This art collection series features bottles labeled with artwork inspired by the beautiful nature of Minamisatsuma-City or works by artists from the city. It is a limited-edition whisky available only through hometown tax […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/20260322-akkeshi-shinkai-seminar-2-54379/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:31:33 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54379 On March 22, 2026, we will host a special seminar at BAR Shinkai featuring Mr. Katsuyuki Tatsuzaki, Director of the Akkeshi Distillery. The event will consist of three parts: an “Akkeshi Distillery Seminar & Tasting,” “Food Pairing,” and a “Fan Meet-and-Greet.”   This is a rare opportunity to learn about the philosophy, background, and depth […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/net-new-akkeshi-shunbun-2-53863/ Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:35:01 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53863 Kenten Jitsugyo Akkeshi Distillery Single Malt Release Information. The second installment of the “Nishinibun” Special Bottles. Introducing the details of the Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky “Shunbun” bottle. Positioned as a special bottle in the Akkeshi Distillery’s Nijushisekki series, the “Nishinibun” bottles. Following last February’s release of the “Single Blended Whisky Touji,” this “Single Malt […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/news-craftwhiskyfes2026-2-54253/ Fri, 30 Jan 2026 04:40:12 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54253 Join us for our annual April 1st Japanese Whisky Toast Day! Whisky sales will also be available! Details on whisky sales will also be posted Details are finalized for the 2nd “Japanese Craft Whisky Festa 2026” to be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at EBiS303 (Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo). This event is open not only […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/shinzato-suzaki-distillery-2-54482/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:25:39 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54482 “Ryuka” Whisky, matured in Japan’s most ‘angel-blessed land’. A tour report of Suzaki Distillery, boasting one of the nation’s finest angel’s shares. South Okinawa Prefecture. The Suzaki Distillery is located just about an hour from downtown Naha. High temperatures, high humidity, and an exceptionally high Angel’s Share compared to other regions in Japan. These unique […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/tsunuki-2026-2-54161/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:28:21 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54161 Hombo Shuzo’s Tsunuki Distillery 2026 Edition is now available. Reviewing a single malt Japanese whisky you can buy for under ¥10,000. The Tsunuki Edition series, released annually in January. Mars Tsunuki Distillery, where the basin’s unique temperature fluctuations and the high-quality water from the Kurata Mountain Range come together. This single malt is a vatting […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-sangokushi8-remake-collaboration-2-54122/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:49:48 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54122 Three Kingdoms 8 REMAKE × Saburomaru Distillery Collaboration Whisky Release! Series Part 2 Starts with “Ryuu Bi” Design Single Cask   1. “Single Cask Saburomaru Ryuu Bi #210039”   1-1. Product Information Ryuu Bi Descendant of the Han royal family and founding emperor of “Shoku”. He valued righteousness, swore an oath with “Kan U” and […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-chita-350ml-2-54274/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:57:29 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54274 The convenient Half-Bottle is back Suntory Ltd. will re-release Suntory Whisky “Chita” 350ml nationwide starting Tuesday, March 17. Suntory Whisky “Chita” has been well-received for its light taste and subtle sweet aroma, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025. The “Chita Fragrant breeze Highball,” mixed with sparkling water, pairs well with various dishes, including Japanese cuisine, […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/tankyudistillery-distillerytour-2-54318/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:18:12 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54318 Tankyu Distillery, a publicly owned, privately operated Craft Distillery in Higashikawa-Chou,Hokkaido, has launched guided tours. English-language tours are also available simultaneously. Tankyu Distillery (Headquarters: Higashikawa-Chou, Kamikawa-Gun, Hokkaido / Representatives: Cho Ei Shun, Motoki Harigaya), which opened on August 27 last year, As a “publicly established, privately operated” distillery, it produces gin, liqueurs, and whisky utilizing […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/kumesen-naha-distillery-2-54592/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 06:49:04 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54592 Okinawa ISLANDBLUE, a rice whisky crafted by Kumesen Shuzo, known for its awamori Kumesen. Based on the tour of the ‘Naha Distillery’, this report details the current state of the company’s whisky production. Amidst the slump in awamori, the traditional spirit they’ve kept making Kumesen is synonymous with awamori. Many people outside Okinawa Prefecture are […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/helios-kyoda-2-54347/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:53:07 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54347 Kyoda Distillery. What defines the challenging yet practical whisky-making approach unique to Okinawa’s comprehensive beverage manufacturer, which produces Rum, Beer, Awamori, and Whisky? Kyoda, Nago-City, northern Okinawa Prefecture. Kyoda Distillery, with its large aging warehouse visible from the open space beyond the Kohenzoko settlement. In this land enveloped by the intense subtropical sun and the […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/event-chouhighballfes-2-54295/ Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:24:33 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54295 Whisky you’re curious about? Buy it right there! The ‘Ultra Highball Festival’ debuts at Keyaki Hiroba in front of Saitama Super Arena! Held for 4 days from Friday, February 20, 2026 to Monday, February 23 (Holiday)! Discounted advance tickets now on sale! An event featuring 70 varieties of Whisky out of 120 total! You’re probably […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/news-whisky%ef%bc%86spiritsfestival2026in-yokohama-2-54019/ Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:57:59 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54019 Japan’s largest whisky & spirits tasting event, “Whisky & Spirits Festival 2026 in Yokohama,” tickets go on sale February 10! Tickets for the featured tasting seminars will also go on sale simultaneously. WHISKY & SPIRITS FESTIVAL 2026 in YOKOHAMA will be held on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26, 2026. This event features not […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/tokyuhotel-tsunukigotou-2-53890/ Wed, 14 Jan 2026 05:41:02 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53890 Bar Bellustar Tokyo presents a pairing set. The 11th installment features tacos made with Kagoshima ingredients. Available at Bar Bellustar starting Monday, January 12, 2026. BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; General Manager: Katsushi Nishikawa) will offer the pairing set “Bellustar Journey ~Tsunuki Goto Whisky Experience~” at its 45th-floor main bar, Bar Bellustar, […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/2026whiskyexpertexamination-2-54223/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:08:35 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=54223 This season has come around again. Whisky Culture Research Institute Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President: Mamoru Tsuchiya) will hold the “2026 Whisky Expert (WE) Examination,” the first stage of the Whisky Connoisseur certification program that tests all knowledge and appraisal skills related to whisky, at two venues in Tokyo and Osaka on Sunday, May […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/ryuka-2025-2-53779/ Fri, 26 Dec 2025 06:17:22 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53779 Single Malt Whisky Ryuka 2025. Newly released from Shinzato Shuzo’s Suzaki Distillery. Explaining its features, price, and how to purchase. Suzaki Distillery, operated by Shinzato Shuzo Co., Ltd., began distillation in May 2020. “Single Malt Whisky Ryuka 2025” has been released. Aging in Okinawa’s subtropical climate involves extremely high humidity, resulting in an Angel’s Share […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/komagatake-40th-2-53748/ Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:33:22 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53748 Mars Komagatake Distillery commenced operations in 1985. A 40th-anniversary commemorative whisky has been released. This special edition features malt from every era except the period of suspension. This commemorative bottle includes malt spirits from as far back as the 1980s in its blend. A bottle that lets you relive the history of Komagatake. What kind […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/ohtani-zss-capricorn-2-53718/ Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:07:44 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53718 Niigata Kameda Distillery launches new Zodiac Series release. This time, the label depicts a Capricorn man. Reviewing the second installment. 1. Bottle and Label Photos Ohtani Whisky Zodiac sign series “Capricorn” Ohtani Whisky Zodiac sign series “Capricorn” 2. Ohtani Whisky Zodiac Sign Series “Capricorn” This is a single malt distilled at the Niigata Kameda Distillery. […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/kizakura-tamba-100th-2-53670/ Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:21:49 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53670 The 100th anniversary bottle of Kizakura Co.Review of “Tanba Single Malt Kizakura 100th Anniversary”. Kizakura Tanba Distillery has been selling two types of malt every year since 2022, and now they have released their first standard product, Kizakura Tanba Single Malt, by combining the knowledge and technology they have cultivated up to now. 1. Photo […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/%e3%80%90newrelease%e3%80%91singlemalt_nagahama_coffeecask-2-53645/ Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:36:31 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53645 Nagahama Distillery and Tohoku Bankokusha Joint Project “A Fragrance Co-Starring” Commemorating the 65th Anniversary of Tohoku Bankokusha’s Founding Two “Coffee Cask” Whiskys to be Released Simultaneously on January 20, 2026 (Tuesday) The birth of a special single malt with the pleasant flavor of coffee, the ultimate “Marriage of aromas Nagahama Romantic Beer Co., Ltd. (Nagahama-City, […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/ikawa-flora2025-2-53599/ Thu, 18 Dec 2025 06:16:27 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53599 The Ikawa Distillery is a secluded distillery in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. The third single malt is a non-peat whisky from the “Flora” series. Located at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level, the Ikawa Distillery is the highest distillery in Japan and can be said to be the most difficult to reach. This single […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/ao-renewal-2-53509/ Wed, 17 Dec 2025 05:57:24 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53509 Suntory’s “碧 Ao” to go on sale with a new name, contents, and packaging. “碧 Ao” is a world blended whisky, a blend of the world’s top five whiskys, and the renewal seems to have used a longer aged whisky in the blend to achieve a thicker, more complex and richer flavor. The name has also […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/kuju-sora-2025-2-53461/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:48:28 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53461 Single malt is now on sale from Kuju Distillery in Oita Prefecture. It expresses the image that can be felt from the changing seasons and its items under the theme of “Kuju’s Sora”. This product is the first in the “sora” series from Kuju Distillery. It is expected to be released once a year from […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-kanosuke-2026-2-53963/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 04:50:41 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53963 Information on the latest release in the Kanosuke Distillery Limited Edition Series has been announced. Available starting February 25, 2026. This release is a single malt using spirit from the Kanosuke Distillery. Details and more information are introduced.     1. Kanosuke Single Malt 2026 LIMITED EDITION The essence of cask finish, where freshness blossoms […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/kanosuke-sherry-2-53419/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:33:05 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53419 Sherry Cask Vatted, a classic product of the Kanosuke Distillery, “Single Malt Kanosuke”, is now available. Introduced here with a product review.   1. Photo of the bottle and label Single Malt KANOSUKE SHERRY CASKS VATTED Single Malt KANOSUKE SHERRY CASKS VATTED . 2. Single Malt KANOSUKE SHERRY CASKS VATTED Characteristics   Fruity single malt […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/singlemalt-kyoda-rum-2-53365/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:48:11 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53365 Single Malt Whisky from Helios Shuzo in Okinawa, Japan The rum cask finish of the “Kyoda” series is now available. This whisky is matured in a subtropical environment and made from aged rum casks produced by the company. 1. Photo of the bottle and the website where it can be purchased Single Malt Whisky KYODA […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/akkeshi-shokan-2-53310/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 06:45:46 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53310 Nijushisekki Series from Akkeshi Distillery is now on sale. Single malt “Shoukan” product review, features and price. The 21st release of the Nijushisekki Series. This “Shoukan” is the last in the series except for the culmination of the Nijushisekki series, “Nishinibun”. Shoukan is one of the Nijushisekki, and is the time in the calendar just […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/chichibu-dd-2-53227/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:07:05 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53227 Finally a renewed Ichiro’s Malt DD. Ichiro’s Malt is made from Chichibu’s first and second distilleries’ original sake. Previously, Double Distillery used the original Chichibu distillery. But Ichiro’s Malt Chichibu 2nd distillery is now in operation and single malt has already been released. It differs from the first distillery in many ways, not least of […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-kuju-sora2025-2-53143/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:16:06 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53143 The second single malt release from Kuju Distillery in Oita Prefecture. “Single Malt Kuju sora 2025”. The theme of “Kuju’s sky” expresses the image of the changing seasons and their items. This product is the first in the “sora” series from the Kuju distillery. From now on, this series will be released once a year. […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-ryuka-ipa2025-2-53263/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 04:44:35 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53263 Okinawa’s Shinzato Shuzo and Suzaki Distillery release a single malt. “Single Malt Ryuka IPA 2025” will go on sale on Monday, November 7. This whisky is the result of four types of casks and a subtropical maturation environment. whisky is currently produced all over Japan, from Hokkaido in the north to Okinawa in the south. […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-saburoumaru-%e2%85%b6-chariot-2-53170/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 05:13:30 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53170 The Saburomaru Distillery, well-known for its “Mastering the Peat,” is now offering the eighth installment of its Tarot Card series. This tarot card series will be released at a rate of about two per year starting in 2024. “Chariot” depicts the balance between reason and instinct, struggling with conflict, yet moving forward with vigor. Again, […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/japanesedistillery-2-3542/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:15:19 +0000 http://jpwhisky.net/?p=1447 The latest list of whisky distilleries in Japan updated in January 2021, including Yamazaki distillery, Hakushu distillery, Yoichi distillery, Miyagikyo distillery, craft distilleries Chichibu distillery, Atsugishi distillery, Gaia Flow Shizuoka distillery, Mars Shinshu distillery, Mars Tsunuki distillery, Saburo Maru distillery, Azumi distillery, and 27 more! I'll be back!]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-akkeshi-shokan-2-53092/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:03:47 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=53092 Single malt release information from Kenten Jitsugyo Akkeshi distillery. Details of the bottle of Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky “Shoukan”. This is the final bottle in the Akkeshi Distillery’s Nijushisekki series, excluding the special “Nishinibun” bottle.The official tasting note was released on October 31. 1. Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky “Shoukan” The time when the […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/asaka-1st-wooden-washback-2-52886/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 06:25:00 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52886 Reviewing “YAMAZAKURA Single Malt Japanese Whisky Asaka PEATED 1st Wooden Washback” from Sasanokawa Shuzo. As indicated in the product name, Asaka Distillery introduced Japanese-made Douglas fir (beimatsu) wooden casks in 2019. This product is our first peated whisky made exclusively from spirit aged in these wooden casks. １．Product Name and Photo Single Malt Asaka Peated […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-t%ef%bc%86t-toyama-2-52614/ Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:15:07 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52614 First release of two carefully selected whiskys that have undergone three years of maturation in the company’s own storage facility. T&T TOYAMA Corporation (headquartered in Saburomaru, Tonami City, Toyama Prefecture) is pleased to announce the first release of two carefully selected whiskys that have been purchased from craft distilleries (new pots) around Japan since its […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/yamaga-the-first-2-52577/ Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:49:35 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52577 The first single malt Japanese whisky from Kumamoto prefecture to be released at last. Yamaga The First. Includes taste and product information. Yamaga Distillery is a whisky distillery completed in November 2021. After almost four years of work, a single malt has finally been released. What is the taste of this product, created with a […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/kanosuke-double-2025limited-2-52528/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 05:58:18 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52528 The annual release from Kanosuke Distillery’s Limited Series. This time, the limited edition “Double Distilleries” is now available. Reviewing its characteristics and taste.   １．Bottles and labels Kanosuke Double Distilleries Limited Edition 2025 KANOSUKE Double Distilleries Limited Edition 2025  ２．Kanosuke Double Distilleries Limited Edition 2025 Features   Shochu Richer Barrels Connecting the Evolution of Blending […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/sakurao-spanishoak-2-52423/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 06:15:26 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52423 Official release from the Sakurao Distillery in Hiroshima Prefecture. The third edition of Stillman’s Selection is now available. Includes product information and reviews. “Stillman’s Selection” is a popular series of releases to the Sakurao Distillery. The first was SAKURAO SHERRY CASK, the second was TOGOUCHI MISTY, and the third was this Spanish Oak. This time, […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/sab-ocean-blue-1st-batch-2-52285/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:15:17 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52285 “Sabu.” blended whisky from Saburomaru Distillery A new limited edition from the series is now available.This is the third small batch whisky following SUNSET RED and NIGHT BLACK, the perennial products of the series. Saburomaru Distillery is one of the distilleries that produce and sell peated whisky under the slogan “The Ultimate Peat” and has […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-singlemalt-japanesewhisky-setouchi-olorososherrycask-2-52371/ Sat, 06 Sep 2025 05:25:15 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52371 Bringing the charm of Setouchi to the world! The first Japanese Whisky “Single Malt Japanese Whisky Setouchi Oloroso Sherry Cask” will be released on October 6! Japanese Whisky from the distillery established in Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture, by the brewer of the well-known local sake “Senpuku,” also known as “Craft Gin Setouchi Lemon,” is now […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/akkeshi-risshu-4-2-52179/ Thu, 28 Aug 2025 06:25:28 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52179 The latest in the Nijushisekki Series from Akkeshi Distillery is now on sale. Single malt “Risshu” product review, features and price. The Nijushisekki Series has finally reached its 20th installment. This Risshu is positioned as the opening of the final movement of the Nijushisekki Series. Risshyu is one of the Nijushisekki, and according to the […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/kanosuke-double-distillery-2025-limited-edition-2-51952/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:00:25 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51952 Information on Kanosuke’s 2025 Limited Edition has been released, and will be available from September 25th. This time, DOUBLE DISTILLERY using the original sake from Kanosuke distillery & Hioki distillery. Newly released Kanosuke limited series.  The 2024 Limited is released by HIOKI. This seems to be another special one. １．KANOSUKE DOUBLE DISTILLERY 2025 LIMITED EDITION […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/akkesshi-hokusai-north-colors-2-51547/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 04:12:17 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51547 Three types of the Akkeshi single malt Japanese Whisky “HOKUSAI NORTH COLORS” series [Suirei, Kuusui, and Kokiake] will be released from the Akkeshi Distillery, Whisky Business Division, Kenten Jitsugyo Co.Details. El producto estará disponible para pedidos anticipados en el servicio internacional de ventas libres de impuestos a bordo de ANA. Si tiene previsto viajar al […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-tetsu-2-51930/ Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:20:42 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51930 Nikko Kaido Oyama Distillery will release its first release whisky. There are 4 kinds of whisky. The difference between each type and the details of the distillery are introduced. Oyama Distillery was started as a new challenge by Nishibori Shuzo in Tochigi Prefecture. It won the “INNOVATOR AWARD OF THE YEAR” at the Tokyo Whisky […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/akkeshi-risshu-2-2-51805/ Tue, 05 Aug 2025 04:33:26 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51805 Single malt release information from Kenten Jitsugyo Akkeshi distillery. Details of the bottle of Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky Risshu. Akkeshi Distillery announced the release notice of Single Malt Risshu on Facebook. This time, the single malt will be released as before. １．What is “Risshu” in the Nijushisekki? Starting with the release of single malt […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-sogaini-2-52014/ Tue, 05 Aug 2025 04:25:22 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52014 New brand “SOGAINI” will be launched from SAKURAO B&D. Sold at an amazing price. Details and taste. 1．Blended Japanese Whisky SOGAINI １－１．Background to the release The recent whisky boom in Japan has resulted in more than 100 distilleries in Japan, and the increase in the number of Japanese whisky products and distribution volume has expanded […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/niseko-distillery-2-52038/ Tue, 05 Aug 2025 04:02:28 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=52038 World-recognized gin and remarkable whisky making Hakkai Brewery, Niseko Distillery Tour report We visited the Niseko Distillery of Hakkai Brewing, which has been in operation since 2020 in Niseko-Chou, Hokkaido. In February 2024, the distillery received the “World’s Best” award in the classic gin category at the World Gin Awards 2024, an international liquor competition […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/linkwood15-bar-shinka-2-51760/ Sun, 13 Jul 2025 08:24:55 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51760 The second of BAR Shinkai’s 15th anniversary bottles Linkwood 15years Hogshead for BAR Shinkai 15th Anniversary” was released.   BAR Shinkai, which operates three BAR’s in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has created a second private bottle to commemorate its 15th anniversary since its establishment in 2010. This time, we have planned a limited sale of a Scottish […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/ryuka-nb-bourbon-2-51685/ Thu, 03 Jul 2025 05:56:51 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51685 Single malt whisky Ryuka NEW BORN 2025, newly released by Shinzato Shuzo and Suzaki Distillery. Features, price and how to purchase. The Suzaki Distillery, operated by Shinzato Shuzo Co. will begin distilling in May 2020.“Single Malt Whisky Ryuka NEW BORN 2025” was released． The ripening process in the subtropical zone of Okinawa is very humid […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-shizuoka-barshinkaipb-2-51484/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:39:53 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51484 Shizuoka Distillery, the successor to the legendary Karuizawa Distillery, releases two types of private bottles for BAR Shinkai, “Single Cask Shizuoka for BAR Shinkai,” available in limited quantities from June 20, 2025 (Friday).   BAR Shinkai, which operates three BARs in Minato-ku, Tokyo, is、The owned Shizuoka Owner’s Cask has reached sufficient maturity to be bottled […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/shizuoka-shinka-pb-w-2-51285/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:26:56 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51285 Private cask in Shizuoka owned by BAR Shinkai.Two distillation still’s [K] and [W] are finally bottled. The taste of distillation still [W] is reviewed. Private cask sales in Shizuoka have been taking place for some time. Distillation took place in November 2021 and bottling was completed on May 14, 2025. 3 years and 6 months […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/shizuoka-shinka-pb-k-2-51379/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:15:14 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51379 Private cask in Shizuoka owned by BAR Shinkai.Two distillers [K] and [W] are finally bottled. The taste of distiller [K] is reviewed. Private cask sales in Shizuoka have been taking place for some time. Distillation took place in November 2021 and bottling was completed on May 14, 2025. 3 years and 6 months of aging. […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/singlemalt-asaka-2025-2-51114/ Wed, 21 May 2025 06:38:26 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51114 Review of YAMAZAKURA Single Malt Japanese Whisky Asaka 2025 EDITION from Sasanokawa Shuzo.Features, price, and how to purchase. １．Product name and photo YAMAZAKURA Single Malt Japanese Whisky Asaka 2025EDITION Yamazakura Single Malt Japanese Whisky ASAKA 2025Edition ２．feature This product is a carefully selected blend of several types of barrel-aged malt liquors from the malt liquors […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/tamba-singlemalt-2-51060/ Wed, 21 May 2025 06:26:36 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51060 Review of Kizakura Tanba Single Malt from Tanba Distillery by Kizakura Co.Features, price, and how to purchase. Kizakura Tanba Distillery has been selling two types of malt every year since 2022, and now they have released their first standard product, Kizakura Tanba Single Malt, by combining all the knowledge and technology they have cultivated so […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-ikawa-fauna-2025-2-51030/ Sun, 18 May 2025 04:56:31 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=51030 Located at 1,200m above sea level and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Southern Alps, this is the 2nd in a long-awaited series of dessin from the highest altitude distillery in Japan. The previous work, “dessin Series Flora 2024,” was also quite good, and I am sure that everyone who tasted it had high […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-yuza-6years-2-50987/ Fri, 16 May 2025 05:10:30 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=50987 Yamagata’s Yuza Distillery’s first whisky with kanji spelling appeared. Yuza Distillery, which carefully creates each product based on the belief that it will not release a product unless it is of satisfactory quality, has finally released its first whisky with kanji spelling． Among the new distilleries, there are not many distilleries that are still producing […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-ichiros-malt-chichibu2-2-50754/ Tue, 13 May 2025 04:46:29 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=50754 Ichiro’s Malt made from the Chichibu No. 2 distillery, which is finally being released.The difference between Chichibu No.1 and Ichiro’s Malt is explained. Although Chichibu No. 2 Distillery’s original whisky has been bottled at previous Chichibu Whisky Festivals and other events, this is the first time it has been released to the general public in […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/%e3%80%90newrelease%e3%80%91kanosuke-singlemalt-artist-edition-%ef%bc%83004-2-50421/ Mon, 12 May 2025 04:46:03 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=50421 The fourth in a special series of “Artist Edition” whiskys that express the world of whisky through the power of art, based on the theme of the Five Elements philosophy of wood, fire, earth, metal, and water, which is deeply rooted in Japanese culture. １．Kanosuke Single Malt Artist Edition #004 1-1．Product Information For this work, […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-akkeshi-rikka-2-49526/ Wed, 07 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49526 Kenten Jitsugyo Akkeshi Distillery releases its first single malt in half a year. Details of the bottle of Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky Rikka. The release notice of Single Malt Rikka from Akkeshi Distillery was announced on Facebook. The single malt Whisky will be released this time after the release of blended Whisky at the […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/akkeshi-claude-salud-friendship-2-50220/ Thu, 01 May 2025 05:16:04 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=50220 A single cask will be released from Akkeshi Distillery. A limited edition of 252 bottles will be tasted in collaboration with a major Dutch liquor distributor. Private bottles sold by the Akkeshi Distillery are usually also released after blending as “single malt”. However, this time, as a “Single Cask”, you can enjoy the matured original […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/in-flight-sales-jallimited-asak-napavalley-cabernet-sauvignon-caskreserve-2-50188/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:02:43 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=50188 JAL’s Limited Edition “Single Malt Asaka Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Cask Reserve” to be Available in Limited Quantities on International Flights for “Advance Order Service １.Single Malt Asaka Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Cask Reserve 1-1. Product Information 　JAL aims to create relationships and connections through transportation by selling “Japanese craft Whisky” made at craft distilleries […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-hinomaru-highball-collaboration-by-whiskypedia-2-50155/ Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:26:46 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=50155 Hinomaru Highball Whiskypedia LIMITED EDITION, an authentic craft highball created through collaboration between Yasato Distillery and Whiskypedia, goes on sale in limited quantities (Naka City, Ibaraki Prefecture) has collaborated with “Whiskypedia,” a popular TV program on BS Fuji, to produce “Hinomaru Highball Whiskypedia LIMITED EDITION 355ml can” which will be available at Kiuchi Shuzo directly-managed […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/second-limited-sale-ichirosmalt-barshinkai-2-50059/ Tue, 22 Apr 2025 06:36:05 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=50059 The 2nd limited edition private bottle of Ichiro’s Malt produced to commemorate BAR Shinkai’s 15th anniversary! Sales begin at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, 2025   BAR Shinkai, which operates three BARs in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has created a private bottle of Ichiro’s Malt to commemorate the 15th anniversary of its establishment in 2010. The […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/%e3%80%90news%e3%80%91hanyudistillery-open-visitorcenter-2-50026/ Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:32:03 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=50026 Toa Shuzo to Hold Grand Opening of Hanyu Distillery Visitor Center on May 16, 2012 and Start Accepting Reservations for Tours (Head office: Hanyu City, Saitama Prefecture, President: Yasuhisa Nakata) announced on April 17, 2025 the grand opening of the Hanyu Distillery Visitor Center on May 16, 2025, a facility for tours of the Hanyu […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/gaiaflow-owners-cask2025-2-49970/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:49:56 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49970 The Gaiaflow Shizuoka Distillery Private Cask 2025 program makes your dream of becoming a “whisky cask owner” come true.Choose your favorite flavor from a wide variety of combinations and spend time growing together with your own whisky. Surrounded by the nature of Shizuoka, the whisky is nurtured in casks for many years, and each cask […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-tomoyasu-hotei-collaboration-whisky-2-49930/ Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:07:35 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49930 BEAT EMOTION –ROMANTICIST-, the second whisky produced in collaboration with Tomoyasu Hotei, is finally available! 1. BEAT EMOTION -ROMANTICIST-  1-1. Product Information On April 16, Tomoyasu Hotei will release his 8th album “GUITARHYTHM Ⅷ”, the latest in the “GUITARHYTHM” series. To coincide with this memorable occasion, Nagahama Distillery has teamed up with Tomoyasu Hotei again […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-romance-of-the-thre-kingdoms-shokyodesignwhisky-2-49888/ Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:16:57 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49888 Sangokushi 8 REMAKE x Saburomaru Distillery collaboration whisky on sale! The fourth release is a single cask with a “Shoukyou” design   1. single cask Saburomaru “Shoukyou” #210059   1-1. product information Shoukyou Wife of Shu-yu. Known as a woman of great beauty, she was called “Nikyou” together with “Daikyou”, who married Sun Ce. She […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/%e3%80%90newrelease%e3%80%91chihaya-2-49821/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 06:24:34 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49821 Japanese whisky “CHIHAYA”, carefully selected by masters, from Sato Shochu Manufactory, established in 1905, is now on sale by lottery.   1. Japanese whisky “CHIHAYA １‐１．Product Information CHIHAYA is a Japanese whisky produced by Sato Shochu Works, which has been making shochu for 100 years in Miyazaki. It has spent a quiet life in American […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-hakushu-highball-fresh-rich-2-49694/ Wed, 09 Apr 2025 05:40:55 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49694 Suntory will release “Suntory Premium Highball Hakushu 350ml can” in limited quantities nationwide on June 10 (Tue.) Suntory Premium Highball is a series produced to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Japanese Whisky in 2023. All of them are different in flavor and have a different taste from the regular Hakushu and Yamazaki.   Product Release […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/blended-malt-asaka-mizunara-2-49672/ Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:53:27 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49672 Review of YAMAZAKURA Blended Malt Japanese Asaka Mizunara Wood Reserve from Sasanokawa Shuzo.Features, price, and how to purchase. 1. product name and photo YAMAZAKURA Blended Malt Japanese Asaka Mizunara Wood Reserve Yamazakura Blended Malt Japanese Whisky ASAKA Doppelbock Cask Finish   ２．Blended Malt Japanese Whisky ASAKA Mizunara Wood Reserve Characteristics The company was founded in […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/news-saburoumarudistillery-blenderroom-workshoproom-2-49738/ Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:20:30 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49738 The oldest whisky distillery in Tohoku, Saburomaru Distillery, has a blender room and workshop room. (Head office: Saburomaru, Tonami, Toyama; President, Master Blender: Takahiko Inagaki) has just opened a new blender’s room and workshop room at Saburomaru Distillery. This will allow us to maximize the potential of the sake we have and create new and […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/komagatakedistillery-festival2025-2-49619/ Fri, 04 Apr 2025 05:50:45 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49619 The second “Mars Komagatake Distillery Festival” will be held on the long-awaited May 18 (Sunday)! (Headquarters: Kagoshima City; President: Kazuto Hombo) will hold the “Mars Komagatake Distillery Festival” to express our gratitude for your patronage. On the day of the festival, the distillery staff will hold seminars on whisky tasting, the Nijo Barley Project produced […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/whisky-export-value-2024-2-49767/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 05:49:13 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49767 In 2023, the export value of alcoholic beverages will be approximately 133.7 billion yen(99.5% of the previous year’s figure), with an annual downward trend from the record high of 2022. The export value of Whisky will be approximately 43.7 billion yen (87.2% of the previous year’s figure), and while the export value by category will […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/jw-logo-2-49507/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:13:13 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49507 Japanese whisky logo established and maintenance begins with the aim of becoming a legal entity. In February 2021, the Japan Western Liquor Brewers Association established voluntary standards for Japanese whisky. In order to enhance their effectiveness, the “Japanese whisky Logo ” was established and announced in March 2025. The logo will make it easier to […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/news-singlemalttunuki2024-bestjapanesesinglemalt-award-2-49483/ Sun, 30 Mar 2025 06:11:09 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49483 At the World whisky Awards (WWA) 2025 Single Malt Tsunuki 2024 Edition” was Best Japanese Single Malt” at the World Whisky Awards (WWA) 2025 1.World whiskys Awards (WWA) The World whiskys Awards (WWA) is a whisky competition sponsored by Paragraph Publishing (UK), publishers of the whisky magazine “Whisky Magazine”, and only official bottles of whisky […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/new-hakkaisan-uonuma-8years-2-49451/ Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:26:29 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49451 refined sake “Hakkaisan”, which produces sake Hakkaisan, rice shochu “Yoroshiku Senman Arubeshi”, and “ohoro gin”, has finally started to sell Whisky. Rice Whisky distilled at Fukasawahara distillery in Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, is now on sale. Hakkaisan Jozo, a Hakkaisan Jozo, finally releases a Whisky. Introducing an uncompromising Whisky aged for 8 years in rice […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/recommendation-whisky-highball-2-49429/ Thu, 27 Mar 2025 04:43:03 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49429 Highball cans have been gaining popularity in recent years, and JWD staff recommends the following highball cans. Whisky is low in purine and sugar, making it a good choice for those who want to enjoy a drink while being mindful of their health. We introduce such highball cans that are more affordable, can be drunk […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-romance-of-the-three-kingdoms-saburomaru-2-49375/ Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:28:55 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49375 Sangokushi 8 REMAKE x Saburomaru Distillery collaboration whisky on sale! The third release is a single cask with a “Shu-yu” design   1. single cask Saburomaru Shu-yu #210150   1-1. product information This product is a collaboration between “Sangokushi 8 REMAKE,” a popular historical simulation game by Koei Tecmo Games, Inc. and the Saburomaru Distillery, […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-ichirosmandg-barshinkaipb-2-49343/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 12:20:34 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49343 Private Bottle of Ichiro’s Malt Produced to Commemorate BAR Shinkai’s 15th Anniversary to be Available in Limited Quantities from Tuesday, March 25, 2025   BAR Shinkai, which operates three BAR in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has created a private bottle of Ichiro’s Malt to commemorate the 15th anniversary of its founding in 2010. BAR Shinkai stores have […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-far-east-of-peat-7th-batch-2-49236/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 06:08:59 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49236 Blended Malt Whisky “FAR EAST OF PEAT 7th BATCH” to be released on Tuesday, March 25, 2025   １．FAR EAST OF PEAT 7th BATCH   1-1. Product Information Wakatsuru Shuzo Company (Location: Saburomaru, Tonami City, Toyama Prefecture; Representative: Takahiko Inagaki) is pleased to announce the sale of a limited quantity of blended malt whisky blended […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-ff14-nagahamadistillery-2-49205/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:24:10 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49205 Pre-sale of the second “Final Fantasy XIV” x Nagahama Distillery collaboration whisky will begin on the Isetan Mitsukoshi online site on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.   1. final fantasy XIV amahagan edition heydelin 2.FINAL FANTASY XIV AMHAGAN EDITION Zodiark 1-1. product information Nagahama Distillery, the smallest whisky distillery in Japan operated by Nagahama Romantic Beer […]]]> https://en.jpwhisky.net/newrelease-amahagan-okinawa-aging-edition-2-49155/ Sun, 23 Mar 2025 11:39:12 +0000 https://jpwhisky.net/?p=49155 AMAHAGAN is aged in Okinawa. Two types of “AMAHAGAN OKINAWA Aging Edition” will be bottled in limited quantities and will be available from April 8, 2025. １．AMAHAGAN OKINAWA Aging Edition １‐１．Product Information Enjoy the wonders of time brought about by the aging process in the tropics. Nagahama Distillery, the smallest whisky distillery in Japan operated […]]]>