Understanding Japanese Spirits

What does the label reveal? How are the aromas created? And what should you drink with what? Here you will find background information, stories, and ideas for your next drink.

  • Understanding Whisky

    Single malt, grain, or blend? Here you will find clear answers regarding styles, terminology, and production.

    Discover Whisky Knowledge 
  • How the flavor is created

    Stills, fermentation, casks, and Mizunara: a look at the production process.

    Explore manufacturing 
  • History of Japanese Whisky

    The people and distilleries that have shaped Japanese whisky – from the beginnings to the present day.

    Discover History 
  • For the glass and the table

    Tasting, highballs, cocktails, food pairing and Japanese gin.

    Discover culinary ideas 

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Mizunara-Fass aus japanischer Eiche zur Reifung von Whisky

Mizunara: Why Japanese Oak Makes Whisky So Special

Mizunara is considered one of the most exciting woods for whisky casks. We explain why Japanese oak is difficult to work with, what aromas it can contribute, and why Mizunara...

Mizunara: Why Japanese Oak Makes Whisky So Special

Mizunara is considered one of the most exciting woods for whisky casks. We explain why Japanese oak is difficult to work with, what aromas it can contribute, and why Mizunara...

Whisky Fässer

The importance of cask selection in Japanese wh...

The choice of cask type is crucial to the taste of Japanese whisky. Learn how ex-bourbon, sherry, Mizunara, and virgin oak develop different aromas and what role climate and cooperage...

The importance of cask selection in Japanese wh...

The choice of cask type is crucial to the taste of Japanese whisky. Learn how ex-bourbon, sherry, Mizunara, and virgin oak develop different aromas and what role climate and cooperage...

Drei Cocktails mit japanischem Whisky auf einer Bar

Japanese Whisky Cocktails: Three Recipes and th...

Whisky Sour, Tokyo Mule, and Sakura Highball: three cocktail recipes featuring Japanese whisky, along with tips on choosing the right whisky profile, ice, preparation, and garnishes, as well as a...

Japanese Whisky Cocktails: Three Recipes and th...

Whisky Sour, Tokyo Mule, and Sakura Highball: three cocktail recipes featuring Japanese whisky, along with tips on choosing the right whisky profile, ice, preparation, and garnishes, as well as a...

Japanische Whisky-Sammlerflasche mit Präsentationsbox und Provenienzkarte auf dunklem Holztisch

Japanese whisky as a collector's item: rarities...

Japanese whisky rarities tell tales of closed distilleries, limited editions, and special craftsmanship. This is how collectors correctly assess origin, condition, and storage.

Japanese whisky as a collector's item: rarities...

Japanese whisky rarities tell tales of closed distilleries, limited editions, and special craftsmanship. This is how collectors correctly assess origin, condition, and storage.

Japanische Whiskyregionen und bekannte Destillerien

Japanese Whisky Regions: How Climate, Water, an...

From Yoichi in the north to Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chichibu: This guide explains why Japanese whisky can vary regionally, what site-specific factors come into play, and why simple flavor maps...

Japanese Whisky Regions: How Climate, Water, an...

From Yoichi in the north to Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chichibu: This guide explains why Japanese whisky can vary regionally, what site-specific factors come into play, and why simple flavor maps...

Whisky Herstellung

Japanese whisky production: From malt to bottle

From malt to cask aging: How Japanese whisky is made, the role of mashing, fermentation, distillation, and wood, and why different facilities lead to different styles.

Japanese whisky production: From malt to bottle

From malt to cask aging: How Japanese whisky is made, the role of mashing, fermentation, distillation, and wood, and why different facilities lead to different styles.

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