Japanese whisky is not only Suntory or Nikka, there are many other less known distilleries whose reputation continues to grow. And for this new tasting, They choose a blended malt, the White Oak Tokinoka blended malt. The White Oak distillery, located in the city of Akashi (Hyogo Prefecture), was the first to obtain a license for distilling whisky in 1919. Built in 1888 for the production of sake and shochu, at the beginning the distillery produced only blend whisky in a traditional way and specially reserved for the domestic market. Then the site was modified in 1984 to start producing whisky in bigger quantities. The Eigashima Shuzo Company owner of the distillery, produced since 2007 several single malts named Akashi.

Carefully selected unprocessed whiskies and pure, natural spring water are expertly blended to create this distinctive whisky. A gift from the land that surrounds Mt. Fuji, home to the finest natural spring water. Tasting Notes: Clear amber, faint smoky accent with sweet aroma, redolent of pear and dried fruit. The palate is slightly edgy attack, but well-rounded and mellow. Finish is slightly spicy. A long finish with a hint of white oak and a spreading sweetness.

Gentleness is Elegantly balanced with richness. Round and savoury taste is harmonized with aroma. Smooth plate and fine finish.

Yoichi Single Malt is described as bold and strong. Pleasant peaty notes and smokiness originate from traditional direct coal-fired distillation accented with a briny hint delivered by the sea breeze during the ageing process.

Distilled in Nikka Whisky’s signature “Coffey Still”, the rich and mellow spirit at the heart of this gin is characterised by a luxurious and silky texture. In addition to traditional gin botanicals, its stunning aromatic complexity relies on the refreshing burst of Japanese citrus such as Yuzu, Kabosu, Amanatsu and Shikuwasa, the delicate fruitiness of apples, and pleasantly tangy hints of Japanese Sansho pepper on the finish.

Hakutsuru Daiginjo is high-grade sake elaborately made with king of sake-rice, Yamada-Nishiki, polished to 50%. it is characterized its gorgous scent and dry finish.

Using only contaract farming rice given a specific source and breed. Tanrei Junmai makes perfect choice for allsake lovers. The underground flow from Mt. Rokko that is drew up particularly for this product makes tanrei junmai even more special.it is characterized by its smooth and semi-dry taste

Classic example of Nada style sake due to their hard water. Lots of stone fruit aromas, dry with good acidity to finish. Try with anything from fish and chips to chicken schnitzel.

Standard but pleasant Junmai flavour. Gentle palate and light body. Mild acidity, calm bitterness and elegant sweetness.

Fresh and Light Namachozo is characterized by a refreshingly mild quality. Knows as a "semi-draft" style sake. namachozo has the fresh aroma.