What do you know about Japanese whiskey
While Japan for the sake of world's best known, it is also a killer whiskey industry has, which is praised by spirit connoisseurs.
Commercial whiskey production in Japan began in October 1923, only one month after the massive Great Kanto Earthquake. With a piece of land between Osaka and Kyoto, built Shinjiro Torii now known Yamazaki, just outside Kyoto.
Hakushu and Yamazaki whiskey (Photo by Daiji Hirata CC BY)
has anyone seen Lost in Translation is often reminiscent of the scene in which actor Bob Harris (Bill Murray) is filming commercial for Suntory whiskey. This miniature launched the then relatively obscure whiskey into pop culture.
Japanese Whisky Basics
help you to enjoy a glass or two of the exclusive Japanese ghosts on your trip to Japan, we have written this primer on Japanese whiskey.
a special thanks to the diligent authors behind Nonjatta, a treasure trove of information in English on Japanese whiskey. Additional special thanks to Stefan Van Eycken for taking the time to talk away from writing his book to us about the Japanese whiskey.
Japanese Whisky vs. Scotch
Before we dug into the best places to Japanese whiskey enjoy, we needed to know: what distinguishes him from Scotch sets
Van Eycken filled us in: "with respect to the actual liquid produced , Japanese whiskey follows the Scottish tradition and practice, but there are a few interesting twists. Suntory, used, for example, barrels that previously contained Umeshu [einjapanischerLiköraus ume fruit in alcohol and sugar permeated ] a certain amount of malt whiskey to mature, that some in the preparation is its high-profile single malts and blends.
Whisky tasting (Photo by jit bag CC bY)
"Some manufacturers in Japan use, also Japanese oak ( mizunara ) malt whiskey to mature that a very pronounced taste and flavor (similar to the Japanese temple, sandalwood, etc.) mediated. Here it is mizunara very scarce, because it is not growing very slowly, and in very limited geographic areas of Japan, but also to work hard. That, combined with the intriguing scent and flavor, explains the very high price of mizunara releases. "
Van Eycken added that:" Unlike in Scotland, manufacturers [in Japan] not swap stock so each manufacturer has in house the different types of malt (and corn) whiskey needed for their products to produce. As regards the mixtures, Japanese whiskey producers aim generally to create products that work well, [such as] mizuwari (ie drunk long with water) and Highball (ie with soda) style because that is the way most whiskey is drunk [in Japan]. "
visiting whiskey distilleries in Japan
one of the best ways to dive into the world of Japanese whiskey distillery to visit.
The major whiskey brands in Japan are Yamazaki, Hakushu and Hibiki (all of Suntory possession), Yoichi and Miyakigo (owned by Nikka), Fuji Gotemba (owned by Kirin), Chichibu, and the elusive White Oak.
We have chosen three Japanese whiskey distilleries, from Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka.
Am Yamazaki in Kansai (Photo by yuki nk CC bY) [1945002leichtzuerreichensind]
Yamazaki
, conveniently located between the cities of Kyoto and Osaka Yamazaki tours runs three times a day (10:30, 11:50 and 02:50). the 80-minute tours (¥ 1000) are an incredible value : This includes a guide through the production and tasting of reserve Yamazaki Yamazaki distiller and unblended whiskey. The latter is not for sale itself, but part of Yamazaki Single Malt Whisky. If you do not get on a tour, admission to the museum is free
Note .: Reservations are essential. Getting there: Take the Tokaido-Sanyo line either from Kyoto Station (about 20 minutes) or Osaka Station (about 37 minutes)
Hakushu Distillery
Hakushu Distillery [, also owned by Suntory is exactly the same thing, as Yamazaki, but with four weekday tours and five on weekends and holidays. The brewery is located in a beautiful and green mountain in the Japanese Southern Alps. It is possible to make a day trip from Tokyo (about 2.5 hours by train), but for an even better experience overnight stay make
Note .: are booking essential. Arrival: the Limited Express Azusa from Shinjuku Station (2 hours) or the JR Chuo Line to either Kobuchizawa station. You can then either walk or take a short cab ride to the distillery.
Fuji Gotemba Distillery
Fuji Gotemba running free hour -long tours daily, for which no reservation required. The city is in Gotemba, at the foot of Mount Fuji, and a distillery visit here is a great complement to a Fuji hike. The tour includes a look at Fuji Gotemba production process and a tasting. The English signage here is quite good, and some staff speak English well. The gift shop is good for a few souvenirs grabbed
Check :. Depending on the time of departure, there are a few options. All start with the Shinkansen Kodama of Tokyo Station take. See Hyperdia for further details.
Even if you can
whiskey bars in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
do not make it to a distillery, Japan is a paradise for whiskey. [1945002AbgesehenvonderTatsache]that you can easily wonderfully Japanese whiskeys can be found on the shelves (which to make great gifts), Japanese cities are full of one-of-a-kind facilities specializing in whiskey.
Hibiki 17 year old whiskey (Photo by Josh Sherrill CC BY)
Tokyo whiskey bars
See our guide A day in Tokyo
We asked Van Eycken for a few of his favorite Tokyo whiskey bars. These are his suggestions:
"For Japanese whiskey, there is no place better than Zoetrope in Shinjuku The selection is second to none, and the owner, Atsushi Horigami that field knows better than anyone. other, so it's not only fun, your way through the last whiskeys to work and things from yesterday, but it also provides a great learning experience! "
" My hangout is Malt bar South Park the owner, Osamu Futakata began this bar because his personal whiskey collection was a little big for comfort. of the 3,000+ bottles away in Shinjuku, a 15-minute walk from Nakano. he accumulated over the years as a collector has about half now with Malt bar South Park, a nice selection of Japanese whiskeys included. "
" (the sister bar) are two other bars I love to go cast strength and vodka Tonic , in the Roppongi / Azabu area. They have a wealth of really old bottlings, you would all have a hard time else in the world to find, and the best part is: you can try without having to take another mortgage. You are within walking distance, and the fresh air helps reset the mind and palate, so what's not to love? "
A small bar in Tokyo
and here are just a few of our favorite whiskey bars in Kyoto and Osaka:
Kyoto whiskey bars
See our guide to three days in Kyoto
bar K6
About a members-only whiskey place called bar Keller, and directly next to the Ritz-Carlton, is bar K6 , an ultra-popular neighborhood watering hole. It has an excellent selection of single malt whiskey, a cocktail menu (if you need a break from whiskey, try Sake cocktail ), and if you really have a taste of home demand, and craft beers like Brooklyn-based Sixpoint. There is a small selection of bar bites here, including toast topped with mascarpone and honey.
bar Cordon Noir
If you only have time for a whiskey bar, while visiting Kyoto, make it bar Cordon Noir . There are 30-odd seats at this low-lit bar, it is intimate, cramped without feeling, and the service is fantastic. Several hundred whiskeys are available here, including a number that are not found in the States.
Osaka whiskey bars
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Suntory Whisky House
This is a great place to be sit down and try several whiskeys, while tucking into an excellent meal. The fact that they are open for lunch not injured - after all, you are on vacation. Vegetarians are likely to want to come here just for drinks, because the menu heavy on meat. Go for the tasting board; You can choose from all Japanese whiskeys or choose from around the world for a tasting of several.
Bar Augusta Tarlogie
What is this 16-seat bar from other popular whiskey bars that Non smoking, a nice change from the smokey is izakaya visit likely have been. The bar is so well supported with Japanese whiskey that it doubles as the Osaka branch of the Japan chapter of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society.
Bar K
The fact that it is a little hard to find makes it even more fun when you're there (look for the huge letter K at the door). The low-lit 20 seat Bar K is a smoking bar, and there is a nominal charge of 0 ¥, but the service is impeccable, and some of the staff speak English, which is very useful if you want to order a complicated drink. Beyond the Japanese (and foreign) whiskeys, see 20-odd cocktails, like Nightcap in Osaka, made with cream, Matcha , red beans and cognac.
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