{"product_id":"kaiyo-mizunara-oak-cask-strength-japanese-blended-malt-whisky-750ml","title":"Kaiyo Mizunara Oak Cask Strength Japanese Blended Malt Whisky 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eKaiyo Mizunara Oak Cask Strength is a Japanese blended malt whisky matured in Mizunara oak casks and bottled at 53% ABV (106 proof).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKaiyo, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKaiyo 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA cask-strength Mizunara whisky is a memorable gift for Japanese whisky collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSip it neat, then add a few drops of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapanese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMizunara, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCask 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapanese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit and silky malt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A touch of dark chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cask strength, 53%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kaiyo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Blended Malt Whisky, Cask Strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpression \/ Batch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mizunara Oak Cask Strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 106 proof (53% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Mizunara oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSip it neat or with a little water. It pairs with dark chocolate, sushi or grilled eel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Kaiyo mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOcean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mizunara?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA rare Japanese oak; the casks must be handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat strength is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e53% ABV, cask strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-whiskey\"\u003eWhiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kaiyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023391617333,"sku":"VWS_200422048","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-12016.webp?v=1793655351","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/kaiyo-mizunara-oak-cask-strength-japanese-blended-malt-whisky-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}