{"product_id":"kujira-ryukyu-whisky-12-year-old-sherry-cask-750ml","title":"Kujira Ryukyu Whisky 12 Year Old Sherry Cask 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eKujira Ryukyu Whisky 12 Year Old is an Okinawan rice whisky matured in sherry casks for twelve years and bottled at 40% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKujira, meaning whale, is made in Okinawa in the tradition of the Ryukyu islands, where spirits have long been distilled from rice. The twelve years in sherry casks give the rice spirit raisins, caramel and dried fruit, set against its own lighter, sweet and slightly earthy base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose shows raisins and caramel from the sherry casks, with vanilla, leather, sweet plums and mint and hints of orange and anise. The palate brings molasses, caramel, corn syrup and a woody note, and the finish balances sweet and sour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented in its striking whale-art gift box, it makes a memorable gift for Japanese whisky fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a drop of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOkinawa, Japan's southernmost prefecture, has a warm, humid subtropical climate. In such conditions spirit interacts with the wood more quickly than in cooler regions, so twelve years in cask on the island brings deep cask influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSherry casks are among the most prized in whisky making. Having held fortified wine from Spain, they pass on notes of dried fruit, raisins, nuts and spice, and over a long maturation they give the whisky its rich amber colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRice whisky remains rare in the wider whisky world, which makes this bottle an interesting choice for those who want to explore beyond barley-based malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raisins, caramel, vanilla, leather, plum and mint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molasses, caramel and woody notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced sweet and sour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kujira Ryukyu Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Rice Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 proof (40% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sherry 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 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a drop of water. It pairs with dried fruit, dark chocolate or teriyaki dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRice, in the Ryukyu tradition of Okinawa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 years, matured in sherry casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is bottled at 40% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-whiskey\"\u003eWhiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kujira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023332831541,"sku":"VWS_200422475","price":116.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-9732.webp?v=1793654360","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/kujira-ryukyu-whisky-12-year-old-sherry-cask-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}