Chris Uhde: Japanese Rice Whisky Champion
The vice president for Impex Beverages, which imports Fukano and Ohishi, and master blender of Fukano joined #TasteWithSpace on March 19.
Archive: Japanese Whisky
Japanese Whisky Finally Gets A Definition, But It’s Complicated
The new guidelines are entirely voluntary and exclude a style of whisky that has become increasingly popular.
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Burning History [Cocktail Recipe]
This riff on the Penicillin combines Japanese whisky and Islay scotch, showcasing yuzu juice instead of the typical lemon.
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Macallan Distil Your World, Shibui Japanese Whisky & More [New Releases]
Plus, a single malt from China, a blended rye, and new releases from Bardstown Bourbon Co. and Barrell are all available now.
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5 Diverse Japanese Whiskies to Try Now [LIST]
These whiskies range in price range and style, showcasing Japan’s wide-ranging possibilities.
Black Bowmore DB5, Ardbeg 25 Year Old & More New Whisky
Plus, George Dickel is launching well-aged single barrels, several craft distillers debut new expressions, and a trio of Japanese whiskies hits U.S. shores.
One of Japan’s Most Hallowed Distilleries Is Being Rebuilt
Hanyu, whose whiskies have become some of the most expensive in the world, is set to reopen in 2021.
Parker’s Heritage 2020, Balvenie 50 Year Old & More New Whisky
Plus, apple brandy-finished Japanese whiskies, a special Compass Box blend, high-scoring barrel-proof bourbon, 18 year old scotch, and more new bottles all hit shelves.
Whisky Flipper Scores Huge Return at Auction
A bottle of Yamazaki 55 year old shattered auction records just weeks after its release, rewarding a practice many whisky companies condemn.
7 New Japanese Whiskies Worthy of the Olympics
The Tokyo Olympics have been postponed, but 2020 still looks like a gold medal year for Japanese whisky.
Nikka Days, Booker’s Boston Batch & More New Whisky
A Japanese blend makes it to the U.S., the second 2020 edition of Booker’s arrives, and Michter’s releases its annual Single Barrel Rye.
Japan’s Best-Kept Whisky Bar Secret? Custom-Made Chocolates
Top bartenders in Tokyo are making their own sweets to pair perfectly with whisky.