{"product_id":"ryujin-golden-dragon-japanese-whisky-mizunara-cask-1l","title":"Ryujin Golden Dragon Japanese Whisky Mizunara Cask 1L","description":"\u003cp\u003eRyujin 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRyujin 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe whisky is fruity and floral, with honey, orange peel and white chocolate on the palate, and a mellow finish with a hint of oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented in a gold and black gift box, the golden dragon is a show-stopping gift, particularly for Lunar New Year celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat, on the rocks, or in a highball.\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\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruity and floral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey, orange peel and white chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mellow, with a hint of oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ryujin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpression \/ Batch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden Dragon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 months in Mizunara casks\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 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 1L, sculpted dragon bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it neat, on the rocks or as a highball with sparkling water. It pairs with sushi, tempura or white chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mizunara?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA rare Japanese oak, native to Hokkaido, known for incense and sandalwood notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is Ryujin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dragon god of the sea in Japanese mythology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA one-litre sculpted golden dragon bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-whiskey\"\u003eWhiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ryujin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023253434677,"sku":"VWS200425422","price":154.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-7310.webp?v=1793653052","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/ryujin-golden-dragon-japanese-whisky-mizunara-cask-1l","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}