{"product_id":"hayashi-24-year-old-ryukyu-whisky-700ml","title":"Hayashi 24 Year Old Ryukyu Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eHayashi 24 Year Old is an exceptionally old Ryukyu whisky from Okinawa, Japan's southernmost islands, crafted with indica rice and matured in bourbon casks before being bottled at 43% ABV. Its label carries the Japanese character 林, hayashi, written in gold above an ink-wash mountain landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRyukyu whisky takes its name from the old kingdom of the Okinawan islands, a place with centuries of distilling tradition built around rice. Hayashi brings that heritage into whisky, and at 24 years old this is one of the oldest expressions in its range. Long years in bourbon casks in Okinawa's warm, humid climate give it a gentle, perfumed character that sets it apart from the malt whiskies of mainland Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe whisky has been widely praised: Whisky Advocate scored the 2026 release 91 points, describing an aromatic nose of perfumed oak, jasmine, rose petals, tea leaves and lemon sorbet, and a citrus-led palate of lemon peel, marmalade and baking spice that is light on its feet yet full of flavour. The earlier release, scored 88, showed crème caramel, baked peach and candied peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented in a white gift box decorated with the same gold calligraphy and misty mountain artwork, Hayashi 24 is an elegant introduction to Okinawa's distilling culture and a distinctive bottle for any collection of Japanese whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfumed oak, jasmine, rose petals, tea leaves and lemon sorbet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus-led, with lemon peel, marmalade and baking spice over subtle oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lingering citrus and gentle spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hayashi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ryukyu Whisky (Okinawa, Japan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 86 proof (43% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bourbon casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Okinawa, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it neat in a tulip glass to enjoy the floral aromas, or with a splash of chilled water, Japanese style, to lift the citrus. Its delicate profile suits lighter food: sushi, sashimi, citrus desserts or green tea sweets. Boxed and beautifully labelled, it makes a refined gift for anyone who appreciates Japanese craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Ryukyu whisky?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhisky from Okinawa, the islands of the old Ryukyu kingdom; Hayashi crafts it with indica rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is Hayashi 24?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is aged 24 years in bourbon casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is bottled at 43% ABV, or 86 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hayashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67991623270709,"sku":"VWS200425292","price":821.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-1717.webp?v=1793288182","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/hayashi-24-year-old-ryukyu-whisky-700ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}