Kujira Okinawa Whisky Inari

Dive into a world of flavor with Kujira INARI Whisky, a transcendent Okinawan Whisky hailing from Masahiro Shuzo, a revered distillery in southernmost islands of Japan with over 138 years of mastery. Bearing the name of the rice deity “INARI,” it stands as the epitome of Okinawan whisky craftsmanship. Using local Okinawa’s black koji and crafted with meticulous precision, Kujira INARI beckons you on an unforgettable whisky journey. Amidst Okinawa’s tropical embrace, the accelerated cask maturation process yields an intriguing flavor profile, echoing the essence of the land, its people, and their revered mythology.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: An opulent bouquet of apples, pears, and tropical fruits interwoven with delicate spices.
• Palate: Velvety sensations of delicate oaky notes, ripe figs, toasted nuts, and luscious butterscotch.
• Finish: A lingering finish with pleasantly sweet and fruity notes, herbal hints, and a comforting woody texture.

Specifications

• ABV: 46%
• Volume: 700ml
• Style: Okinawa Single Grain
• Mash Bill: 100% Premium Indica Long Grain Rice
• Cask Maturation: Virgin White Oak
• Distillation: Stainless Pot Still
• Fermentation: Yeast, Okinawan Black Koji
• Origin: Itoman, Okinawa, Japan
• Filtration / Notes: Non Chill Filtered, Natural Color

Awards

Gold — International Spirits Challenge 2023