Whiskey: Kaiyo Japanese Cask Strength
This Japanese whisky is aged at sea, in some of the most expensive barrels in the world.
Size: 750mL
Proof: 106 (53% ABV)
Origin: Japan
Distillery: Kaiyo distillery
Kaiyō, meaning “ocean”, is a blended malt whisky distilled in Japan. It is matured in Japanese Mizunara oak barrels crafted by the Ariake cooperage in Kyoto for an undisclosed amount of time. The whisky then begins a sea voyage from Osaka, Japan for up to three months allowing the whisky to ocean-mature. The movement, temperature variation, and air pressure all play a factor in this final step.
Kaiyo Japanese Cask Strength Whiskey Tasting Notes
Nose: Citrus peel, vanilla, banana, pineapple and tea leaves on the nose.
Palate: The palate is subtle and smooth with sweet vanilla, fruit, silky dark chocolate, and an oaky presence.
Finish: The finish is elegantly spiced with notes of tea.
Distillery Information
Kaiyō whisky is matured in the finest Japanese Mizunara oak casks. These casks are handmade due to Mizunara oak’s delicate wood grain. They are among the rarest casks in the world and are considered the finest in which to mature whisky. After years of maturing their casks go on a final maturation at sea voyage for up to 3 months, leaving from Osaka Japan.
