Title: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Jay'D on 03/06/2018 11:39 PM
Post by: Jay'D on 03/06/2018 11:39 PM
I'm not much of a drinker but I'm curious out trying out those Japanese whiskey. Got this so far,anyone have any more suggestions. Really enjoy the smoothness this one has
i also picked up a bottle of this. Goes down really nice I must say
i also picked up a bottle of this. Goes down really nice I must say
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Vroomp on 03/07/2018 06:30 AM
Post by: Vroomp on 03/07/2018 06:30 AM
I liked the Yamazaki 12 year old single malt, although my brother found it to be too peaty for him~!! Then again, I like Lagavulin......
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Deener27 on 03/07/2018 07:53 AM
Post by: Deener27 on 03/07/2018 07:53 AM
I am a fan of Hakushu also. Very good one for you to try. Nice and smokey but very smooth. Can be had for around $75 a bottle.
Title: Re: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: toby2 on 03/07/2018 09:30 AM
Post by: toby2 on 03/07/2018 09:30 AM
jealous of the rum. i've been trying to get someone to bring me one back for a spell. my son's neighbor goes but i understand why he keeps what he can get. looks great!
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Joelala on 03/07/2018 12:45 PM
Post by: Joelala on 03/07/2018 12:45 PM
QuoteVroomp - 3/7/2018 9:30 AM
I liked the Yamazaki 12 year old single malt, although my brother found it to be too peaty for him~!! Then again, I like Lagavulin......
Yamazaki is very smooth, I usually drink scotch but I do like the yamazaki!
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Jay'D on 03/07/2018 05:40 PM
Post by: Jay'D on 03/07/2018 05:40 PM
QuoteVroomp - 3/6/2018 8:30 PM
I liked the Yamazaki 12 year old single malt, although my brother found it to be too peaty for him~!! Then again, I like Lagavulin......
Will have to look at that, see if i can source a bottle.
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Joelala on 03/08/2018 09:49 AM
Post by: Joelala on 03/08/2018 09:49 AM
QuoteJay'D - 3/7/2018 8:40 PMQuoteVroomp - 3/6/2018 8:30 PM
I liked the Yamazaki 12 year old single malt, although my brother found it to be too peaty for him~!! Then again, I like Lagavulin......
Will have to look at that, see if i can source a bottle.
It is definitely HTF here in Chicago. You are at the mercy of the store selling it as well so be careful. You should be able to get it close to $100 a bottle, most retailers will say its $150, but don hesitate to just offer them $100. It is one of the only times alcohol is negotiable.
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Jay'D on 03/08/2018 10:57 AM
Post by: Jay'D on 03/08/2018 10:57 AM
QuoteJoelala - 3/7/2018 11:49 PMQuoteJay'D - 3/7/2018 8:40 PMQuoteVroomp - 3/6/2018 8:30 PM
I liked the Yamazaki 12 year old single malt, although my brother found it to be too peaty for him~!! Then again, I like Lagavulin......
Will have to look at that, see if i can source a bottle.
It is definitely HTF here in Chicago. You are at the mercy of the store selling it as well so be careful. You should be able to get it close to $100 a bottle, most retailers will say its $150, but don hesitate to just offer them $100. It is one of the only times alcohol is negotiable.
I have a contact in the US, the same one that hooked me up with the hibaki. Will see if he can get and at what price.
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Jay'D on 03/08/2018 10:58 AM
Post by: Jay'D on 03/08/2018 10:58 AM
QuoteDeener27 - 3/6/2018 9:53 PM
I am a fan of Hakushu also. Very good one for you to try. Nice and smokey but very smooth. Can be had for around $75 a bottle.
I like the sound of that, smokey and smooth....can imagine that with a cigar, sounds perfect.
Title: Re: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Jay'D on 03/08/2018 11:00 AM
Post by: Jay'D on 03/08/2018 11:00 AM
Quotetoby2 - 3/6/2018 11:30 PM
jealous of the rum. i've been trying to get someone to bring me one back for a spell. my son's neighbor goes but i understand why he keeps what he can get. looks great!
Toby if I could find a work around on the shipping I would gladly send you a bottle. The postal service here sucks in a major way.
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Deener27 on 03/09/2018 07:14 AM
Post by: Deener27 on 03/09/2018 07:14 AM
QuoteJay'D - 3/8/2018 10:58 AMQuoteDeener27 - 3/6/2018 9:53 PM
I am a fan of Hakushu also. Very good one for you to try. Nice and smokey but very smooth. Can be had for around $75 a bottle.
I like the sound of that, smokey and smooth....can imagine that with a cigar, sounds perfect.
It is sublime. The best part is, Hakushu is not one of the more well known whisky's so it is an excellent bottle that can be had for a good price.
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: tvolball on 03/09/2018 08:42 AM
Post by: tvolball on 03/09/2018 08:42 AM
I make number 1 Japanese whiskey for you Wattleyson
Title: Re: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Chrism305 on 03/09/2018 10:25 AM
Post by: Chrism305 on 03/09/2018 10:25 AM
I love the Hibiki. $69.99 here in CT
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Brlesq on 03/09/2018 06:31 PM
Post by: Brlesq on 03/09/2018 06:31 PM
Yamazaki 12 is great single malt. A nice sweetness, similar to a Highland Scotch. 5 years ago I was getting it for $55/bottle. Then the secret got out. :mad:
Hakushu 12 is anoher good single malt. Gently smoky. Clean finish
Hibiki Harmony is also very good blended whisky. Its a blend of Japanese malt and grain whiskies from Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita. It focuses on focuses on the malt from Yamazaki.
All 3 are made by Suntory Whiskey.
Recommendation: Suntory Whisky Toki is what I have been drinking a lot of lately. It is also a blend of Japanese malt and grain whiskies from Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita. But this one highlights the Hakushu malt, aged in American oak, so it has a little more smoke, but nothing overpowering, and still has some sweetness and a bit of spice. It goes for $36/bottle around here, and makes a great pairing with a cigar! A terrific value for a blend of this caliper.
And for something sweeter, more like an Irish Whisky, try Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky. A nice, viscous mouth feel that coats your tongue. About $55 here. This one does not pair well with cigars, though.
Hakushu 12 is anoher good single malt. Gently smoky. Clean finish
Hibiki Harmony is also very good blended whisky. Its a blend of Japanese malt and grain whiskies from Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita. It focuses on focuses on the malt from Yamazaki.
All 3 are made by Suntory Whiskey.
Recommendation: Suntory Whisky Toki is what I have been drinking a lot of lately. It is also a blend of Japanese malt and grain whiskies from Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita. But this one highlights the Hakushu malt, aged in American oak, so it has a little more smoke, but nothing overpowering, and still has some sweetness and a bit of spice. It goes for $36/bottle around here, and makes a great pairing with a cigar! A terrific value for a blend of this caliper.
And for something sweeter, more like an Irish Whisky, try Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky. A nice, viscous mouth feel that coats your tongue. About $55 here. This one does not pair well with cigars, though.
Title: Re: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Jay'D on 03/10/2018 01:13 PM
Post by: Jay'D on 03/10/2018 01:13 PM
QuoteChrism305 - 3/9/2018 12:25 AM
I love the Hibiki. $69.99 here in CT
That's about the price i got mines for
Title: RE: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: Jay'D on 03/10/2018 01:14 PM
Post by: Jay'D on 03/10/2018 01:14 PM
QuoteBrlesq - 3/9/2018 8:31 AM
Yamazaki 12 is great single malt. A nice sweetness, similar to a Highland Scotch. 5 years ago I was getting it for $55/bottle. Then the secret got out. :mad:
Hakushu 12 is anoher good single malt. Gently smoky. Clean finish
Hibiki Harmony is also very good blended whisky. Its a blend of Japanese malt and grain whiskies from Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita. It focuses on focuses on the malt from Yamazaki.
All 3 are made by Suntory Whiskey.
Recommendation: Suntory Whisky Toki is what I have been drinking a lot of lately. It is also a blend of Japanese malt and grain whiskies from Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita. But this one highlights the Hakushu malt, aged in American oak, so it has a little more smoke, but nothing overpowering, and still has some sweetness and a bit of spice. It goes for $36/bottle around here, and makes a great pairing with a cigar! A terrific value for a blend of this caliper.
And for something sweeter, more like an Irish Whisky, try Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky. A nice, viscous mouth feel that coats your tongue. About $55 here. This one does not pair well with cigars, though.
Thanks forthe great info and recommendations.I heard about the Toki and been thinking about trying that next.
Title: Re: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: hershell17 on 07/03/2018 01:21 AM
Post by: hershell17 on 07/03/2018 01:21 AM
Hope I can find some of these whiskeys in the local liquor stores.
Title: Re: Japanese Whiskey
Post by: nirab on 07/03/2018 04:39 PM
Post by: nirab on 07/03/2018 04:39 PM
My buddy has a big presence in the Japanese market for his Texas made whiskeys. Swift Distillery, made in Dripping Springs. It's available at Spec's, Total Wine for national accounts, and quite a few stores here in Texas. I could ask Nick if we could sell/ship out some bottles for those who have an interest. It's a lighter whiskey, and according to Nick, that is why the Japanese like his product. :biggrin: