Region : Japan
Alcohol : 40%
Volume : 750ml
🌟 The largest and oldest distillery on Okinawa Island
🌟 White oak barrel aging
KUJIRA is a representative whisky brand in Okinawa, Japan. Its unique tropical island style and traditional craftsmanship have attracted much attention in the international market.
The KUJIRA (Japanese for "whale") brand originated from Masahiro Shuzo in Okinawa, Japan. The brewery was founded in 1883 and is one of the oldest and largest distilleries in Okinawa. It is also the first distillery in Okinawa to obtain ISO9001 certification. The Ryukyu Dynasty once granted the Higa family a winemaking license, continuing the traditional spirits brewing process of the Ryukyu Islands for 500 years.
The brand is named "whale" because whales in the Ryukyu waters are regarded as the guardian of peace and nature. Historically, the Ryukyu Islands have suffered from wars, and local residents regard whales as a symbol of tolerance and freedom, and place their wishes for peace.
100% imported Thai indica rice (some wines use local Okinawa indica rice) is used for saccharification and fermentation with black koji fungi unique to the Ryukyu Islands, giving the wine a unique rice aroma and tropical fruit flavor.
After distillation in a traditional pot still, the original liquor is aged in first-time American white oak barrels (such as the 5-year and 10-year-old liquors), while the 15-year-old and high-end series are blended and aged in sherry barrels, bourbon barrels and Japanese Mizunara barrels to increase complexity.
The subtropical climate at the southern tip of Okinawa accelerates the interaction between the oak barrels and the liquor, making the liquor structure thick and the aftertaste lasting for a long time.
"Kyojin" means "giant" in Japanese, and it symbolizes the pinnacle of Okinawa whisky craftsmanship and its relentless pursuit of legendary perfection. Just as mythological giants are often seen as possessing incomprehensible powers, whiskies with powerful flavor profiles make for an unforgettable whisky journey.
Whale Giant Okinawa Whisky is carefully brewed using 100% high-quality Indica rice and matured for 3 years in American white oak barrels.
Influenced by Okinawa’s tropical climate, the accelerated barrel-aging process creates an intriguing flavor profile and unique taste that captures the essence of the land, its people, and their revered mythology.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Warm spices, delicious white chocolate and rich nuttiness complement bright notes of tropical fruits and a hint of rose.
Taste: Smooth dark chocolate and nuts with exotic tropical fruits and a hint of vanilla, followed by a woody finish with hints of baked fruitcake.
Finish: The palate is warm and dry with lingering dark chocolate and delicate oak.
$295 /bottle
You could enjoy free delivery upon purchasing 3 bottles from "Terroir Collection"
Or you can mix your favorite wines (with other non Terroir Collection), Free delivery upon purchase total 6 bottles or above
