{"title":"Japan","description":"Japan produces two of the world's most closely studied beverage categories: single malt and blended Japanese whisky, alongside junmai daiginjo sake made from highly polished rice. Japanese whisky draws on Scottish distilling traditions adapted to local climate conditions, with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/yamazaki\"\u003eYamazaki\u003c\/a\u003e - Japan's oldest malt distillery, founded in 1923 - setting a benchmark for the category, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hibiki\"\u003eHibiki\u003c\/a\u003e Harmony representing \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suntory\"\u003eSuntory\u003c\/a\u003e's blending craft across multiple distilleries. Nikka contributes both grain-forward and malt-driven expressions through its Coffey still program. On the sake side, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dassai\"\u003eDassai\u003c\/a\u003e's lineup illustrates how rice polishing ratios shape character: the 23 designation indicates just 23 percent of each grain remains, yielding exceptional refinement, while the 39 and 45 expressions offer progressively broader texture. Together these producers span a range from accessible everyday pours to age-worthy collector releases.","products":[{"product_id":"2018-chichibu-distillery-ichiros-malt-the-us-edition-single-malt-whisky","title":"Ichiro's Malt Chichibu The US 2018 Edition Single Malt Whisky","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIchiro's Malt Chichibu The US 2018 Edition Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Japan's smallest and most sought-after distillers, Ichiro Akuto's Chichibu distillery is also the youngest by far, having been founded in 2008. In fact, it was the first new distillery built in the country since the 1970s. Ichiro is the third generation of his family to be involved in brewing, but he runs his distillery with a slight experimental touch, all while paying deep homage to the traditions of Scotland. This is one of three highly-limited single malt releases that Ichiro made for three specific markets in 2018 - the U.S., London, and Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ichiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32865790001284,"sku":"210000013333","price":1749.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0350\/4717\/8372\/products\/Ichiro_sMaltChichibuTheUS2018EditionSingleMaltWhisky.jpg?v=1664874445"},{"product_id":"ohishi-tokubetsu-reserve-whisky","title":"Ohishi Tokubetsu Reserve Japanese Whisky","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOhishi Tokubetsu Reserve Japanese Whisky\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us.merchantos.com\/?name=item.views.item\u0026amp;form_name=view\u0026amp;id=12800\u0026amp;tab=ecommerce#Hide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whisky is a very special release of almost equal parts 27-year old 10-year-old, and 7-year-old 36% Ohishi Whisky Sherry Casks. While the older whisky provides depth and structure, the 7 and 10-year-old whiskies give zest and complexity to the final product. 40.5% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhisky Advocate 92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a nuanced delicacy, so tread lightly. It offers a nose of rich apple, oloroso sherry, cranberry, pepper, fennel, star anise, and a touch of milk chocolate. The sherry casks are at play: dark ruby fruits, peppery spice, and cinnamon. The mouthfeel holds steady, with Cola Cubes, stewed blackberry, and apple peels as the spices fall out, ending with cocoa-dusted dried fruits. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ohishi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32865790263428,"sku":"210000013328","price":239.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0350\/4717\/8372\/files\/210000013328.jpg?v=1740015938"},{"product_id":"tenjaku-japanese-blended-whisky-80-proof","title":"Tenjaku Japanese Blended Whisky 80 proof","description":"\u003cp\u003eNose: A faint suggestion of smoke with pear blossom and plump sultana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate: Tinned pears on the palate, with banana bread and thick custard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Creamy oak spice and a floral elderflower finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenjaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32866175090820,"sku":"210000013167","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0350\/4717\/8372\/products\/buy-spirits-japanese-whisky-tenjaku-japanese-blended-whisky-80-proof-online-29193802514600.jpg?v=1657312415"},{"product_id":"yamazaki-12-yellow-box","title":"Yamazaki 12 Year Old Japanese Whisky [Old Yellow Box Release, Pre-Beam]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki 12 Year Old Japanese Whisky (Yellow Box)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep gold color. Lovely opening aroma is delicately spicy and brown rice-like in its grain intensity. In the mouth, it’s dusty dry, softly spicy (ginger), nutty\/nougat, cocoa bean-like and succulent. Aftertaste is creamy, viscous and wonderfully nutty. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32866182398084,"sku":"210000013135","price":349.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0350\/4717\/8372\/products\/buy-spirits-japanese-whisky-yamazaki-12-yellow-box-online-29038895268008.jpg?v=1747392717"},{"product_id":"shirataki-jozen-junmai-daiginjo-indigo-sake-720ml","title":"Shirataki Jozen Junmai Daiginjo Indigo Sake 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShirataki Jozen Junmai Daiginjo Indigo Sake 720ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma field on this extremely elegant and tasty Daiginjo is an array of grapefruit, melon, cooked pear, banana, and oatmeal elements. This sake is an elevator ride of flavors on a smooth and rich flow that is both elegant and complex. On the first floor find ripe pear tones, on the second floor look for blueberry hints, on the third floor behold applesauce, and on the fourth floor will take you to the wonders of sweet rice flavors that combine to make a brew that drinks like royalty. There are peek-a-boo tingles of sweetness, but on the whole, this velvety beast drinks smooth with a breath of richness that appeals to wine drinkers who admire complexity. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flask","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32866238201988,"sku":"210000013028","price":39.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0350\/4717\/8372\/products\/ShiratakiJozenJunmaiDaiginjoIndigoSake720ml.png?v=1678947443"},{"product_id":"ryusei-junmai-daiginjo-bekkakuhin-sake-720ml","title":"Ryusei Junmai Daiginjo Bekkakuhin Sake 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRyusei Junmai Daiginjo Bekkakuhin Sake 720ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJunmai Daiginjo is the highest grade of sake, the traditional rice wine that has become a strong symbol of Japan's beverage culture. A sophisticated and elegant sake, Junmai Daiginjo is produced in a light style with elevated aromatics and often reserved for special occasions. Akin to Daiginjo, it is produced with the highest grade of rice and is considered the pinnacle of the brewer's craft.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSake is classified according to the various elements involved in the production process. Prior to fermentation, rice grains are polished to remove the outer bran layer and expose the starch. To qualify as Junmai Daiginjo, sake must be made with rice polished to half of its original weight. The rice is then mixed with koji, the Japanese name for the fungus Aspergillus oryzae, which converts starch into sugar for fermentation. Post-fermentation, it is prohibited to fortify Junmai Daiginjo with distilled alcohol, a process reserved for Daiginjo, Ginjo and Honjozo sake.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ryusei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32866238333060,"sku":"210000013026","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0350\/4717\/8372\/products\/buy-sake-ryusei-junmai-daiginjo-bekkakuhin-sake-720ml-online-29243713781928.jpg?v=1657312757"},{"product_id":"yamazaki-25-year-750ml","title":"Yamazaki 25 Year Old Japanese Whisky 750ml [Old Pre-2021 Original Wood Box]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki 25 Year Old Japanese Whisky 750ml,  Pre-2021 Original Wood Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaunched in 1999, this version of the 25 year old is matured exclusively in the finest Oloroso sherry casks. 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The first spirit ran from the stills in 1924, on 11th November at 11:11am.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32866713763972,"sku":"210000012928","price":19999.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0350\/4717\/8372\/products\/210000012928.jpg?v=1657303425"},{"product_id":"ki-noh-bi-mizunara-karuizawa-cask-aged-gin-13th-edition","title":"Ki Noh Bi Mizunara Karuizawa Cask Aged Gin 13th Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKi Noh Bi Mizunara Karuizawa Cask Aged Gin 13th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 13th Edition of the famous NOH Mask line from Kyoto's finest gin distillery was aged for six months in both ex-Karuiazawa sherry butt and Mizunara puncheons. The two aged gins are expertly blended together and adorned in the a unique label highlighting the NOH mask theater tradition. 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