JapaneseType
Whisky made in Japan. Since 2021 an industry standard sets out what may be called Japanese whisky.
The Rules
- Malted grain must be used; other grains allowed
- Water from Japan
- Distilled, aged at least three years in wooden casks and bottled in Japan
- Bottled at 40% ABV or more
On The Label
- Older or cheaper blends may include imported whisky and are not labelled Japanese whisky under the standard
Why It Matters
Japanese whisky is known for precise blending, Mizunara oak and many hard-to-find bottles.
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