Kujira Ryukyu Whisky 5 Year Old is a unique whisky distilled from 100% Indica rice and mashed with a special koji found only in Okinawa called “black Koji”. Matured in 1st filled White Oak casks and seated in subtropical climate at the southern end of Okinawa Japan for more than 5 years. It is non chill-filtered and non-colored, making it a pure and authentic expression of its ingredients.
Nose – Sweet scent of caramel, vanilla, and hints of licorice. Oak barrels bring in woody and spices notes.
Palate – Lovely caramel with fresh vanilla notes. Slight tannins from oak barrels gives an attractive texture.
Finish – Smooth, mellow and sweet aftertaste, with a touch of pepper, oak and spices.