{"product_id":"the-matsui-mizunara-cask-single-malt-japanese-whisky-700ml","title":"The Matsui Mizunara Cask Single Malt Japanese Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Matsui Mizunara Cask is an award-winning Japanese single malt whisky from Kurayoshi Distillery, owned by Matsui Shuzo in Tottori Prefecture, matured in rare Japanese Mizunara oak casks and bottled at 48% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMizunara, Japanese water oak, is notoriously difficult to cooper because of its porous structure, but it is highly prized for the distinct, exotic incense-like character it gives a spirit. The whisky is distilled from 100% malted barley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe label features Katsushika Hokusai's masterpiece from Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji, a fitting image for one of Japan's most celebrated woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented in its illustrated box, it is a beautiful gift for Japanese whisky lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a drop 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\u003eJapanese single malt is made from malted barley, distilled in pot stills and matured in wood, much like Scotch, and Japanese distillers are known for their precision. Mizunara casks are rare and costly because the wood is porous and prone to leaking, so whiskies matured in them are prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKurayoshi sits in Tottori Prefecture on the Sea of Japan, near the slopes of Mount Daisen, whose soft water is used throughout production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA drop of water helps open the sandalwood and incense notes that Mizunara is famous for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Mizunara oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exotic, incense-like spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% malted barley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matsui Shuzo, Kurayoshi Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 proof (48% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mizunara oak casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tottori, 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\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a drop of water. It pairs with sushi, sandalwood-scented desserts or dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mizunara?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapanese water oak, prized for an incense-like character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Kurayoshi Distillery in Tottori, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is on the label?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Hokusai print from Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-whiskey\"\u003eWhiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Matsui","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023372185909,"sku":"VWS200432596","price":95.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-11586.webp?v=1793654909","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/the-matsui-mizunara-cask-single-malt-japanese-whisky-700ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}