What are the charms of Japanese whisky, and what types of brands are there?

Recently, Japanese whiskey has been attracting a lot of attention from all over the world. There are probably many people who would like to know the basics of Japanese whiskey and the types of brands.

In this article, we will introduce the appeal of Japanese whiskey and the types of brands.

What is Japanese whiskey?

Japanese whiskey is a domestically produced whiskey from Japan that is considered one of the top five whiskeys in the world.

Full-scale production of Japanese whiskey began around the mid-19th century.

Japanese whiskey is characterized by a balanced and delicate taste. Because we use high-quality raw materials and water, we have received high praise from all over the world.

In Japan, Suntory, Nikka, and Kirin whiskeys account for the majority of the market share.

Japanese whiskey brand

Chita

Chita is characterized by its delicate and unique flavor and aroma, as well as its sophisticated taste. The whiskey produced at distilleries on the Chita Peninsula uses raw materials grown in an environment blessed with a mild climate and abundant water sources. Therefore, Chita whiskey has a soft and pleasant taste. 　

Hakushu

Hakushu whiskey is characterized by its gorgeous aroma and delicate taste. It is carefully distilled using a unique manufacturing method using pure mountain water and carefully selected raw materials. The result is a gentle, balanced taste. In addition, Hakushu whiskey gains depth and complexity through long-term aging, allowing you to enjoy an elegant aftertaste.

Ao

Ao Ao is characterized by its unique fruity, gorgeous aroma and rich taste. This whiskey is produced at the Hachinohe Distillery located in Aomori Prefecture and uses carefully selected local ingredients. At Hachinohe Distillery, we use fruits such as apples and pears as ingredients to create a unique flavor that is different from other whiskies. Ao whiskey is characterized by its fruity and soft taste and is highly valued by whiskey lovers.

summary

Japanese whiskey uses Japan's unique manufacturing methods and high-quality raw materials. Try drinking various types of Japanese whiskey and find the one you like.

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