Kaiyo Mizunara Oak Cask Strength is a Japanese blended malt whisky matured in Mizunara oak casks and bottled at 53% ABV (106 proof).
Kaiyo, meaning ocean, is a Japanese blended malt brand built around Mizunara oak. The casks are made of Mizunara, a rare Japanese oak whose delicate grain means the casks have to be handmade.
Kaiyo describes the whisky as smooth and complex, with fruit, silky malt and a touch of dark chocolate; at full strength, the Mizunara wood brings its prized incense-like spice.
A cask-strength Mizunara whisky is a memorable gift for Japanese whisky collectors.
Sip it neat, then add a few drops of water.
Japanese whisky has earned a worldwide reputation for balance and precision, and limited releases from its historic distilleries are among the most sought-after bottles for collectors.
A blended malt brings together malt whiskies from more than one distillery and contains no grain whisky, giving the blender a wide palette to build a rounded, layered character.
Mizunara, Quercus crispula, is slow growing and full of knots, which makes it hard to cooper and prone to leaking; whisky rested in it is prized for notes of sandalwood, coconut and incense.
Cask strength means the whisky is bottled without being diluted to a standard strength, so its flavours come through at full intensity; a few drops of water open up further aromas.
Japanese whisky makers have long drawn on Scottish methods, using malted barley, pot stills and patient maturation, while developing a style known for balance and precision.
Tasting Notes
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Character: Fruit and silky malt.
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Finish: A touch of dark chocolate.
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Strength: Cask strength, 53%.
Specifications
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Brand: Kaiyo
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Style: Japanese Blended Malt Whisky, Cask Strength
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Expression / Batch: Mizunara Oak Cask Strength
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Proof / ABV: 106 proof (53% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: Japanese Mizunara oak
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Region: Japan
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or with a little water. It pairs with dark chocolate, sushi or grilled eel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kaiyo mean?
Ocean.
What is Mizunara?
A rare Japanese oak; the casks must be handmade.
What strength is it?
53% ABV, cask strength.
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