This is meant to be drank mizuwari. Don't delude yourself for one moment and think that 180ml for ¥300 is anything but a mixer.Nose: sacharineTaste: caramel, grain Finish: Short with the same taste…

Nikka has entered the market with NAS bottlings from their two whisky distilleries. This is part one covering Miyagikyo. Sold in a 500ml bottle and a very cheap ¥1600 this just maybe the world’s cheapest…

Kirin – mythological creature and beverage company in Japan. You've tried Nikka and Suntory, so why not try a blended whisky by the other beverage giant all at a bargain ¥880 for a 600ml bottle. Let me…

This review is for the domestic Japanese bottling of the blend, which is something that has proven to be rather controversial. But more on that soon.The distillery was founded by in 1888 for the produ…

My journey into Japanese blends continues. This time a premium blended whisky from Nikka. This blend has been around since 1962. The bottle stands out on the shelf with a long thin neck from a plump oval…

A few years back a friend of mine and I were in Osaka. I mentioned to him that Yamazaki station was not far away by train, and at that, Yamazaki Distillery was but a day trip away. We set out early and…

Jura is a unique beast. The nose and taste - you can pick it straight away. And this is something that has earned this malt many fans and detractors.Nose: Unmistakable Jura. Honey, vanilla, brown sugar…

Disappointment from the top! Popping the cork I find grimy cork scum all around the inside of the bottle from contact during storage. I carefully get a damp tissue and wipe it clean. I note that each…

My first introduction to Canadian Club was the standard expression. I found it to be rather sweet. Cooling my heels for a few years I spotted the lovely decanter styled bottle of the 12 year and decided…

I first saw this bottle in an international terminal in Malaysia. I knew it was a blend but something about the art of with a picture of a ptarmigan was rather catching. Such a pretty illustration. I…