Discover the flavors of Japan with this collection of scrumptious whiskies throughout the important thing kinds—blends, single malt, and single grain. We suggest attending to know the whisky by way of neat pours at first, then over ice, however why not additionally embrace Japanese consuming tradition and revisit the identical whisky in a cocktail or a Highball? New to Japanese whisky or need to study extra about it? Get all the particulars right here.
92 factors – Hibiki Japanese Concord Mix, 43%, $100
Vanilla, peach, lemon meringue, cherry tart, blackberry jam, orange, chocolate, and oak
92 factors – Kanosuke 2023 Restricted Version Single Malt, 59%, $175
Peat smoke, rolling tobacco, white grape, pear, star fruit, and vanilla essence
92 factors – Mars Whisky Asagi Madara 8 yr previous Mix, 48%, $106
Cotton sweet, rose Turkish delight, recent linen, ripe orchard fruit, cherry sherbet, and vanilla custard
92 factors – Nikka Coffey Grain, 45%, $65
Nutty oak, toffee fudge, vanilla ice cream, ripe banana, raspberry, and peach
91 factors – Hakushu 12 yr previous Single Malt, 43%, $180
Pine needles, basil, inexperienced bell pepper, pea pod, peppermint, kiwi, and delicate smoke
94 factors – Miyagikyo Peated Single Malt, 48%, $275
Candy smoke, caramel, tarry rope, chocolate chips, raisin, baked citrus
93 factors – Kaiyo – 5 Wooden Mix, 44%, $40
Lemon tart, melon, flowers, barley sugar, juicy orange, and ripe peach
93 factors – Shizuoka Pot Nonetheless Okay 100% Imported Barley First Version Single Malt, 55.5%, $260
Lemon-barley water, mandarin, sweet hearts, spices, stone fruit, and oak
93 factors – Yamazaki 12 yr previous Single Malt, 43%, $150
Mild honey, orange, bubble gum, lychee, banana, and herbs
92 factors – Fuji Mix, 43%, $70
Cinnamon, dry oak, rose petals, black currant, dried mango, and oak char
91 factors – Mars Komagatake 2023 Version Single Malt, 50%, $130
Tangy citrus, crystalized ginger, persimmon, orchard fruits, lime Jell-O, and chocolate
91 factors – Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt Mix, 43%, $80
Layered wooden spices, woodsmoke, vanilla pod, star fruit, preserved lemons, and peach syrup
91 factors – Nikka The Grain, 48%, $175
Peanut, tonkatsu ramen, graham cracker, golden syrup, almond sugar cookie, and mushroom
91 factors – Yoichi 10 yr previous Single Malt, 45%, $175
Strong peatiness, crisp minerality, vanilla, lemongrass, spiciness, and a touch of brine
88 factors – Fuji Single Grain, 46%, $95
Floor hazelnut, black tea, chestnut flour, orchard fruits, orange, and wooden spices
WHISKIES TO TRY THAT AREN’T 100% JAPANESE
Blends that comprise non-Japanese whisky. These whiskies will proceed to make use of imported spirits. A few of them sport the time period “World Whisky” or “Product of Japan” on the label, however others don’t. Both manner, they’re nonetheless value making an attempt.
94 factors – Nikka From The Barrel, 51.4%, $65
Labeled as Product of Japan
Butterscotch, orange peel, poached pears, espresso, ginger, and allspice
92 factors – Shinobu Pure Malt 15 yr previous, 43%, $195
Labeled as Product of Japan
Sandalwood, manuka honey, strawberry, apricot, and darkish toffee
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91 factors – Shimai, 54%, $250
Labeled as World Blended Whisky
Pecan, chocolate mousse, prune, crimson berries, apple pie, and gingersnap
90 factors – Ichiro’s Malt & Grain (Blue Label), 48%, $236
Labeled as World Whisky
Barley sugar, fragrant spices, paprika, ginger, Creamsicle, and tropical fruits
90 factors – Mars The Fortunate Cat Hana, 43%, $135
Labeled as blended and bottled by Hombo Shuzo Co. Ltd, Japan
Baked apple, caramelized sugar, recent spices, darkish syrup, plum, and chocolate
90 factors – Shibui Pure Malt 10 yr previous, 43%, $140
Labeled as Product of Japan
Dry spices, Whoppers, applesauce, chocolate-chip cookies, brown sugar, and spiced gingerbread
89 factors – Nikka Days, 40%, $50
Labeled as Blended Whisky
Honeyed lemon, vanilla essence, brioche, crimson berries, toffee, and oak char
