Ryujin Golden Dragon is a Japanese whisky aged for 12 months in Mizunara casks and presented in a spectacular bottle sculpted as a golden dragon. It is bottled at 40% ABV in a one-litre size.
Ryujin is the dragon god of the sea in Japanese mythology, and the bottle brings him to life in gleaming gold, coiled around the vessel. Mizunara is a rare Japanese oak, native to Hokkaido, prized for the incense, sandalwood and spice it lends to whisky, and it is notoriously difficult to cooper because of its porous, knotty grain.
The whisky is fruity and floral, with honey, orange peel and white chocolate on the palate, and a mellow finish with a hint of oak.
Presented in a gold and black gift box, the golden dragon is a show-stopping gift, particularly for Lunar New Year celebrations.
Enjoy it neat, on the rocks, or in a highball.
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.
The dragon has long symbolised strength, good fortune and prosperity in East Asian culture, which makes this bottle a popular gift for weddings, business milestones and the Lunar New Year. In Japan, whisky is often enjoyed as a highball, mixed with chilled sparkling water over plenty of ice, a refreshing serve that lets a gentle, floral whisky like this one shine.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Fruity and floral.
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Palate: Honey, orange peel and white chocolate.
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Finish: Mellow, with a hint of oak.
Specifications
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Producer: Ryujin
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Style: Japanese Whisky
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Expression / Batch: Golden Dragon
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Age: 12 months in Mizunara casks
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: Japanese Mizunara oak
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Region: Japan
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Size: 1L, sculpted dragon bottle
How to Enjoy It
Serve it neat, on the rocks or as a highball with sparkling water. It pairs with sushi, tempura or white chocolate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mizunara?
A rare Japanese oak, native to Hokkaido, known for incense and sandalwood notes.
Who is Ryujin?
The dragon god of the sea in Japanese mythology.
What size is it?
A one-litre sculpted golden dragon bottle.
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