Kamiki Blended Malt Whisky
Kamiki is a new expression of premium Japanese style whisky blessed by Omiwa priests from Nara. Nara is the ancient capital of Japan and it holds many temples from Shinto, Tengri and Buddhist religions, which makes Nara Ā«The City of TemplesĀ».
Kamiki production is protected by Omiwa Temple priests. Omiwa is one of the oldest extant Shinto shrine in Japan over thousand years old and protecting local alcohol producers ever since. To celebrate the timeless alcohol tradition of the region, rare Japanese malt whiskies and finest malt whiskies sourced from rest of the world are blended and later fused with the highest quality pure spring water.
Nara is covered with dense Yoshino Sugi (Japanese Cedar) forests. Yoshino Sugi is used to build temples, burnt in temples to calm mind and to age local alcohol products. Kamiki uses a unique second maturation technique, while blend is rested for a second time in Yoshino Sugi āJapanese Cedar- casks to capture a perfectly smooth taste, a scent of sandalwood on the nose and a zest of green tea in the finish. This second maturation makes Kamiki; āTHE FIRST WHISKY IN THE WORLD WITH JAPANESE CEDAR CASK FINISHā!
Kamiki name is derived from the Miwa Mountain (Mountain of God), which is protected by Omiwa Priests. Inspired by beautiful breezes coming from Miwa, the whisky is named KAMIKI, where KAMI means God and IKI means breath.
Kamiki whisky has a smooth taste, complex flavor and driven by pure malted barley. There is no age statement on the product. It has been aged in oak barrels minimum of three years and second aged in non-charred local cedar casks. Kamiki comes in a premium gift box, truly displaying its Japanese heritage.
Nose: A perfectly balanced heather honey and sandalwood.
Palate: Sweet caramel, Japanese plum, and balanced oak with peat
Finish: Hints of toffee and a long-lasting finish with a zest of green tea.
Kamiki has got acknowledgements from:
- āCHAIRMANās TROPHY ā HIGHEST Awardā from 2018 Ultimate Spirit Challenge
- āGOLDā medal from 2018 China Wine and Spirits Awards
- āGOLDā medal from Global Spirit Awards in August17 in Las Vegas
- āSILVERā medal from New York International Wine and Spirit Competition in August17
- āGOLDā medal from San Diego International Spirit Competition in August17
- āSILVERā award at Wine and Spirit Wholesalers of America Convention) in April
- āSILVERā award at Taste Competition and āBRONZEā in Packaging IWSC in July17
- Kamiki has been chosen by worldās most respected design galleries āThe DieLineā and āPackaging of The Worldā as an inspirational whisky design.
- āGOLDā medal from China Wine and Spirits Awards Feb18.
Tsukiyoshino – Junmai Daiginjo Miyamanishiki
Taking up the challenge to brew sake from modest locally grown rice, Miyamanishiki rice's character gives clean crisp non-complicated taste. With its modest gentle aroma, it is not just perfect for an aperitif but also pairs well easily with most dishes. Delicate and dry.
- Rice Type:Ā Miyamanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio:Ā 45%
- Sake Meter Value: +5.0
- Acidity: 0.9
Kokuryu Daiginjo 1800ml
Using one of the most popular production methods, this sake expressed itself in its fullest, with a rich and fruity aroma. This is one of the best selections of daiginjo made in the cold season.
Crystal Dragon is made from domestically grown rice in a gradual low-temperature fermentation process. Kokuryuās proprietary yeast gives it a graceful aroma and clean taste.
This sake is immensely popular as a gift.
Recommended way to drink:Ā Chill to 5 - 10 degree Celsius
Tasting Notes: Fresh, fruity and smooth.
Grade:Ā Daiginjo
Rice:Ā Yamada Nishiki
Rice Polishing Ratio: 50% rice polishing
Nihonshu-do (SMV): +4
DAN Yamahai Junmai Daiginjo (Bizen Omachi)
Kokuryu Fuku Daiginjo Yamadanishiki
It is a daiginjo-shu made with 50% polished Yamada Nishiki. It has a rich and full ginjo aroma with a clear and gentle finish. It is packaged in a special lacquered box decorated with the character "Fuku" written by calligrapher Juichi Yoshikawa.
There is a theory that the character for "fortune" originated when people offered a barrel of sake to the gods and prayed for happiness. It is believed that the prayers and sake come together. This sake is very suitable for gifting to someone special in your life.
SMV: +4.0
Rice: Yamadanishi å±±ē°é¦
Kokuryu Kuzuryu Daiginjo (Gohyakumangoku)
Ā $87.40
This Daiginjo-shu is best drunk warm. Ā While premium Daiginjo are usually not drunk warm, Kuzuryuu Daiginjo was created in 2004 as a Daiginjo specially for warm sake. Enjoy it warm for a deep, refined flavor that has matured over time. It has a gorgeous aroma characteristic of daiginjo-shu, and an elegant and delicate aroma.
Recommended way to drink: 5Ā°C to 10Ā°C
Tasting Notes: Intense and concentrated ginjo aroma, clear and delicate flavour with hints of sweetness on the palate, medium bodied.
Kokuryu Kuzuryu Daiginjo (Gohyakumangoku)
This Daiginjo-shu is best drunk warm. Ā While premium Daiginjo are usually not drunk warm, Kuzuryuu Daiginjo was created in 2004 as a Daiginjo specially for warm sake. Enjoy it warm for a deep, refined flavor that has matured over time. It has a gorgeous aroma characteristic of daiginjo-shu, and an elegant and delicate aroma.
Recommended way to drink: either 5Ā°C to 10Ā°C or 40Ā°C to 45Ā°C
Tasting Notes:Ā Fresh, fruity, and smooth when cold, Round and fuller bodied when warm.
Grade:Ā Daiginjo
Rice:Ā Fukui Gohyakumangoku
Rice Polishing Ratio: 50% rice polishing
Nihonshu-do (SMV):Ā +4
Acidity: 1.0
Reki Blended Whisky
āFrom Okinawa to The Worldāā¦
Reki Blended Whisky is the latest premium Japanese Whisky expression of multiple award winning Helios Distillery from Okinawa Island.
Situated in Nago-city, the Northern Area of Okinawa that is known for its rich natural environment, Helios has placed high value on preservation of the environment and making the best use of Okinawaās natural resources and history, and dedicate to produce authentic and good products.
Based on the principal, Tadashi Matsuda, the founder, Helios Co. has been distilling spirits over 50 years and promoting the identity, culture, and know-how of Okinawa. This is why, companyās main theme is āFrom Okinawa to The Worldā!
Reki Blended Whisky, is the latest product from Helios. It is blended whisky made with malted barley, grain, yeast and water using the years of productions experience of Helios Distillery.
Being originally a Japanese Rum producer, Helios Co. uses ex-American barrels for its rum production, hence Reki the whisky is as well aged in ex-bourbon barrels to attain a perfectly balanced whisky with hints of tropical fruits, vanilla a seaweed.
The blend consists of malt whiskies distilled at Helios, while the blend is younger than three years.
Reki Blended Whisky is:
- āAn exclusive whisky from multiple award winning Helios distilleryā
- āLimited allocation around the world.ā
- āRepresent the true heritage and made with the best ingredients from Okinawa Islandā
- āGold Medalā winner from Stuttgart International Spirits Competition 2019
Tsukiyoshino – Junmai Daiginjo Yamadanishiki
Junmai Daiginjo that has been aged thoroughly in icy temperature over a year. As it took time for aging, contents in sake dissolve well in sake expressing the mellow mouthfeel as well as the umami of rice. It features muscat's aroma and crisp aftertaste. Medium bodied and mildly sweet.
- Rice Type:Ā 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio:Ā 39%
- Sake Meter Value:Ā +5.0
- Acidity: 1.1
Kokuryu Daiginjo Ryu 1800ml
After the founder returned from France, he applied wine aging to sake and released it in 1975. At the time, it was the most expensive sake in Japan, which was a turning point for the brewery. It was also the first in the industry to use the now-common expression "Daiginjoā. At that time, a label with a dragon stamped in gold foil was used on the sake bag used to press the sake.
THis Daiginjo is fruity and soft with the notes of apple, peach, melon and strawberry. Fermented at low temperature, it is mellow with pleasant acidity and umami. Mildly dry and crisp, it is easy-drinking and delicious. REMARKS: The sake has been pasteurized, so it can be delivered at room temperature. However, cold temperature is suggested for long-term storage.
Recommended way to drink: 5Ā°C to 10Ā°C
Tasting Notes: Well-rounded, gently aromatic and surprisingly incisive.
Grade:Ā Daiginjo
Rice:Ā Yamada Nishiki
Rice Polishing Ratio: 40% rice polishing
Nihonshu-do (SMV):Ā +4
Tanaka Shuzojo Kimoto Junmai Ginjo Shirasagi no Shiro
Pale and lemon colour, with few tears and beautiful brilliance. The nose is discreet at the opening, fine notes of banana, aged cheese, herbs and spices, seaweed, mineral.
Medium body and Mid-palate is fruity/floral, cereals/ grains. Packaged with spice flavors and sophisticated fruit flavors
Pairing: Potato salad, cumin, cervelat, old-fashioned mustard.
Recommended serving temperature 15ā.
- Rice type : Yamadanishiki [GI Harima Certified]
- RPR : 55%
- Alcohol : 16%
- SMV : Ā±0
- Acidity : 1.6
- 2022 Kura Master Gold Medal
- 2022 International Wine Challenge Silver Medal
Kuroki Honten Hyakunen no Kodoku Barley Shochu
Kuroki Honten Hyakunen no Kodoku became popular when it became His Imperial Highness the Crown Princeās favourite drink. It is now one of the most difficult and popular shochu to obtain. Hyakunen no Kodoku means āOne Hundred Years of Solitudeā and is named for the famous novel. It is made from a mash of 100% barley, grown locally on the distilleryās own organic farm, white koji to keep the flavor smooth, distilled at normal pressure to preserve oils, then aged undiluted in oak casks for three to five years to help it develop structure and fullness.
It is elegant and strong, with hints of oak and a hint of cigar, and is characterized by its concentration and smoothness.
Ā Try this neat orĀ oyuwariĀ style to uncover all the levels of flavor.
- Distilled inĀ Miyazaki, Japan by Kuroki Honten
- Distilled from 100%Ā mugiĀ (barley) andĀ mugi kojiĀ (barley koji)
- Koji: White (barley)
- Distillation: Atmospheric
- Barrels: Oak casks
- Aged: 3-5 years
Kokuryu Jungin Junmai Ginjo Gohyakumangoku
KokuryÅ« Jungin Junmai GinjÅ (é»é¾ ē“å) is made of Gohyakumangoku rice produced in Fukui Prefecture and milled to 55%. The natural flavour of the Gohyakumangoku reveals a refreshing character with deep umami. The harmony of taste and fragrance creates a depth of flavour that is rich, dynamic and mysterious.
Fresh and lively, this sake smells of cooked fruit, pineapple, orange and banana, combined with nutty aromas of coconut, walnut and hazelnut, as well as umami and bread crust.
The palate becomes spicy, even more umami-intensive and creamy, paired with a fresh and lively acidity, slightly bitter on the finish.
The harmony of flavour and aroma create a depth of flavourful, dynamic and mysterious in this beautiful all-rounder and also make the Kokuryu Jungin an exciting food companion.
Recommended way to drink: 10Ā°C to 20Ā°C
Grade: Junmai Ginjo
Rice:Ā Fukui Gohyakumangoku
Rice Polishing Ratio: 55% rice polishing
Nihonshu-do (SMV): +4.5
Acidity: 1.3
Tanaka Shuzo Junmai Daiginjo Kame-No-Kou 22
It has a beautiful nose showcasing peach and white flowers.Ā On the palate, it displays subtle sweetness with prominent mineral and fir. Recommended to serve at 12ā in a wine glass, and pair with abalone and white beet mousse. Comes with a wooden box.
- Rice Type:Ā 100% Kamenoo
- Rice Polishing Ratio:Ā 22%
- Sake Meter Value:Ā +2
- Acidity: 1.5
Tanaka Shuzo Tokubetsu Junmai Shu Chateau Shirasagi 65
Displays elegant nose with papaya aromas on the front and notes of fennel, vegetal, white radish, turnip. Ā On the palate, it is round and smooth with yellow fruits, apricot, melon and exotic fruits. Recommended to serve at 14ā in a wine glass, and pair with Spanish Paella with gambas.
- Rice Type : 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio : 65%
- Sake Meter Value : -10
- Acidity : 1.6
DAN BLACK PREMIUM Yamahai Junmai Daiginjo AIYAMA 38
Is brewed using only superb premium āAIYAMAā rice cultivated in Hyogo prefecture together with Mount Fujiās water. Aiyama rice is a top quality rice that began cultivation in Hyogo in 1949. It is challenging to grow and production is small, making this a RARE & Limited Edition sake.
Pleasant acidity of sake made by Yamahaiās technique that derives the umami from highly polished rice ratio. A sake with a subtle aroma derived from traditional yeast, making it versatile in pairing with a large variety of dishes.
This is an elegant sake that brings out the richness of Aiyama rice which is excellent for food pairing.
It comes in a black bottle which signifies its premium status. Traditionally, black and blue bottles are strictly for high grade sakes only. The dark colour blocks out UV rays from the sun, thus preventing undesired aging and retains the flavours in the bottle.
Awarded GOLD medal at Kura Master 2020, held in France on 31 August 2020.
Produced in limited quantity, this sake is presented in an elegant gift box, this is not only a perfect gift to relatives and friends, it is also a great bottle to share at dinner.
Only 60 bottles are available.
Rice Type: 100% Aiyama
Rice Polishing Ratio: 38%
Sakaki Gin XV
Sakaki is a true Japanese Finesse Gin, distilled by Kishi-Kumano Distillery, a distillery owned by Wakayamaās leading alcoholic beverage company that has over 50 years expertise in alcohol production. Sakaki tree which is a flowering evergreen tree that grows in warm areas of Japan. Sakaki is very important
Sakaki tree which is a flowering evergreen tree that grows in warm areas of Japan. Sakaki is very important part of Shinto Religion where Gods are believed to live in its branches and as well used during rituals.
Sakaki is distilled in small batches with 15 botanicals: Juniper Berry, Sakaki, Coriander Seed, Caraway, Yoshino Sugi, Star Anise, Allspice, Clove, Cinnamon, Ume, Yuzu Peel, Citrus Unshu Peel, Citrus Sudachi Peel, Japanese Pepper and Lavendar.
Dassai Junmai Daiginjo 45 1800ml
āThere is no reason for us to craft sake unless itās super delicious.ā, this is the Dassai way. Using Yamada-Nishiki rice polished down to 45%, we deliver fruit aromatics and delicate sweetness.
Made from Yamadanishiki rice (the highest quality rice for sake) polished to 45% of its original volume, Dassai 45 presents a fresh and fruity palette with aromas of pear, grape, pineapple, apricot and watermelon but also notes of chestnut and puffed rice.
This rich, structured and powerful sake can be enjoyed chilled as an aperitif but is also the ideal companion for all types of dishes such as white meats and poultry as well as cheese.
Sake or nihonshu is a Japanese alcoholic beverage with a volume of 14 to 17%. It is made from a mixture of water, yeast and steamed rice, a small part of which has been inoculated with a microscopic fungus, the koji, in order to improve fermentation.
- Rice Type : 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio : 45%
Kokuryu Kuzuryu Daiginjo (Gohyakumangoku) 1800ml
This Daiginjo-shu is best drunk warm. Ā While premium Daiginjo are usually not drunk warm, Kuzuryuu Daiginjo was created in 2004 as a Daiginjo specially for warm sake. Enjoy it warm for a deep, refined flavor that has matured over time. It has a gorgeous aroma characteristic of daiginjo-shu, and an elegant and delicate aroma.
Recommended way to drink: either 5Ā°C to 10Ā°C or 40Ā°C to 45Ā°C
Tasting Notes:Ā Fresh, fruity, and smooth when cold, Round and fuller bodied when warm.
Grade:Ā Daiginjo
Rice:Ā Fukui Gohyakumangoku
Rice Polishing Ratio: 50% rice polishing
Nihonshu-do (SMV):Ā +4
Acidity: 1.0