Yamazaki 12 Year is currently in short supply, making it difficult to obtain and driving up prices. However, the 50ml mini bottle may still be available for casual purchase. If you've never tried an age-stated Yamazaki and want to get your hands on one, knowing where to buy it is essential...
Yamazaki, Suntory’s flagship single malt whisky, is one of the most sought-after Japanese whiskies and is especially popular due to its scarcity. Even if you want to buy Yamazaki, one of Japan’s most iconic whiskies, you may not know where to find it...
Chita, a single grain whisky from Suntory, can be produced in larger quantities compared to single malts like Yamazaki and Hakushu, which may make some people wonder why its price has gone up. Generally, grain whisky is used for blended whi...
Akkeshi Whisky is a Japanese whisky produced at the Akkeshi Distillery in Akkeshi Town, Hokkaido. Its unique approach, which combines production methods that take advantage of Hokkaido’s natural environment with traditional Scotch whisky techniques, has earned it high praise both in Japan and abroad in recent years...
Suntory’s “Suntory Umeshu” is made using old casks that were previously used to mature whisky at the Yamazaki Distillery. Since the product name includes “Yamazaki Distillery Aged Umeshu Blend,” it is commonly known as Yamazaki Umeshu. However, Yam...
810 (Hachi-Ichi-Maru) is a blended whisky for highballs, sold by Kakuya, a long-established liquor retailer. The name 810 comes from August 10th, which is celebrated as Highball Day. This whisky is specially crafted to be mixed with soda water...
Johnnie Walker Black Ruby is a new addition to the Johnnie Walker “Black Label” series, released nationwide on April 1, 2025. The last new product from this popular Scotch brand was the “Johnnie...” launched in 2017...
Nikka Days is a blended whisky sold by Nikka Whisky, but some people in Japan may have never seen it. That’s because, since 2018, it has mainly been available in Europe, especially in the French market...
Rémy Martin is one of the world’s most renowned Cognac brands, a prestigious brandy with a long history and unique appeal. Through centuries of refining its aging and blending techniques, it has earned the support of Cognac enthusiasts around the globe...
Single Malt Yoichi is a non-age-statement single malt produced by Nikka Whisky at the Yoichi Distillery in Hokkaido. It is characterized by the use of heavily peated malt, giving it a distinctively strong smoky flavor. The distillery's location near Ishikari Bay also contributes to its unique profile...
Chivas Regal Mizunara is a special edition of Chivas Regal created for the Japanese market, finished in Japanese Mizunara oak casks. Mizunara casks are unique to Japan, and their distinctive oriental flavors, not found in other aging barrels, have recently attracted attention...
Hennessy is a classic Cognac produced in the Cognac region of France, with annual sales of around 50 million bottles and holding about 40% of the Cognac market share. With a background in the military and experience in brandy production...
Hibiki Blender's Choice is a premium blended whisky in the Hibiki series, showcasing the masterful skills of the blender. It was once sold exclusively to restaurants, but is now available to the general public. Despite ongoing price increases, the official price remains...
Glenfiddich 12 Year, often recommended for single malt beginners, saw a price increase in January 2025. Prices have risen for several whiskies, including Glenfiddich, distributed by Brown-Forman. For those who usually...
White Heather was a Scotch brand that existed until the 1980s, but has recently been revived as a blended whisky at the GlenAllachie Distillery. The current lineup includes long-aged bottles such as the 15-year and 21-year, which have attracted attention worldwide...
TAKAZO PURE MALT WHISKY REBORN is a pure malt whisky produced at the Takazo Distillery. Meiri Shurui Co., Ltd. has resumed whisky production after about 60 years...
Cheivec Connoisseur's Blend is a Scotch whisky produced by Pràban na Linne on the Isle of Skye. 'Cheivec' means 'lovely young lady' in Gaelic, and as a connoisseur's (for enthusiasts) blend, the whisky...
Taketsuru Pure Malt is a non-vintage (NV) type pure malt whisky sold by Nikka Whisky. While regular blended whiskies are a mix of malt whisky and grain whisky, pure malt whisky...
Okinawa ISLAND BLUE is a rare domestic whisky classified as a rice whisky, made from rice by Kumesen Distillery. It is crafted using traditional awamori production techniques and aged in new white oak barrels...
The Essence of Suntory Whisky is a series created around creative themes that represent new challenges in Suntory's whisky-making. For example, it includes single malts made with peated base spirits produced at the Yamazaki Distillery...
From the Barrel is a popular blended whisky bottled at a high alcohol strength by Nikka Whisky, and many people are concerned about potential price increases. With its simple design, it is available at a lower price compared to other domestic whiskies...
Hakushu Distiller's Reserve is a Hakushu whisky sold for overseas markets, and reimported bottles are also available in Japan. While Hakushu is known for its subtle smokiness and refreshing, forest-like flavor, fans of Hakushu often compare the domestic version with the one sold abroad...
Ambassador is a Scotch whisky brand originating from Tailor & Ferguson, founded in 1885. It was imported to Japan from the 20th century, but is now discontinued...
Bimber is an English single malt whisky produced in North Acton, London. 'Bimber' means 'moonshiner' in Polish, and the name reflects the history of whisky, which has long been associated with illicit distillation and the development of barrel aging...
Goldlys is a Belgian whisky produced at the Filliers Distillery. It is also available in the Japanese market, allowing you to enjoy the distinctive character of Belgian whisky. There are also expressions matured in sherry casks, which are sure to attract the interest of whisky enthusiasts...
Ranger's Bourbon is a bourbon whisky distributed by France's La Martiniquaise. It is made using three-year-aged base spirit produced in Kentucky, USA. It features the classic vanilla aroma and spiciness characteristic of bourbon...
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old is a Scotch whisky produced at the Aberfeldy Distillery in the Highlands, and was discontinued in Japan in 2024. It was rumored to have a flavor similar to Yamazaki, Japan's representative single malt, which led to...
Nevis Dew is a Scotch whisky produced at the Ben Nevis Distillery in the Highlands. In the past, it was sold under the name 'Ben Nevis Distillery Bottling,' but due to restrictions on using the distillery name for blended whiskies...
Wire Works is a single malt whisky from England, produced at the White Peak Distillery. It will be available in Japan starting January 27, 2025, and you will be able to enjoy two expressions: "Caduro" and "Alter Ego"...
Smokestack is a blended Scotch whisky crafted by the Vintage Malt Whisky Company. True to its distinctive label design featuring a runaway locomotive billowing smoke, this blend uses smoky Islay whisky as its key malt...
