Whisky Advocate 92
WA TOP 20 2019 Rank 14
" Mizunara oak is the modern signature of Japanese whisky, and Kaiyo- whisky enables inquisitive imbibers to savor the spice, incense, and sandalwood flavors of this rare wood for an attractive price. Distilled and matured in Japan, the casks then undergo a three-month ocean voyage from Osaka to Liverpool before bottling to encourage further flavorsome interactions. Ground spices, vanilla sponge cake, honey, brown sugar cubes, and scents of aromatic woods and incense. Pastry, egg custard, and allspice flavors, followed by a wave of vanilla creaminess and a lengthy finish with fading spices." —Jonny McCormick

Kaiyō Mizunara Oak Japanese whisky is a lovely glass of whisky with opening aromas that reminded us of orange spice tea. The palate is silken with subtle notes of vanilla, coconut, oak and a feint hint of cocoa. The exotic spice comes through on the finish. Truly an elegant glass of whisky from start to finish.

About Kaiyo Mizunara

Munemasa is one of Japan's youngest distilleries with deep roots in the past. The current company was founded in 1985 in the town of Arita in southern Japan, but the Munemasa family has over 120 years of experience making sake and shochu. Originally based in Hiroshima, they left the area following the destruction of the Second World War and resettled in the Arita, famous throughout the country as the birthplace of Japanese porcelain and its traditions of craftsmanship. They make shochu that looks past current fads to older recipes and methods, as well as new ingredients and techniques that have not been tried before. The resulting Mizu shochu brand can be appreciated by purists and people new to the category looking for something unique.

No questions posted yet about this item.

750mL (liquor) size — NV(currently viewing)

Be the first to reivew this item!