Crystal Imagery - 5 Japanese Whiskies You Should Try

5 Japanese Whiskies You Should Try

Within the past few years, Japanese whisky has emerged as a popular style of whisky in America. However, there is a significant obstacle preventing you from pouring excellent, high-quality Japanese whisky into your custom whiskey glasses supply. The Japanese had no idea that their whisky would be so popular back when they started aging the current stock, so demand has far outpaced supply. There are still expressions available, but they will likely be much pricier than they have been in years past. Here are some Japanese whiskies you will want to try.

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Yamazaki 12

Often found on many “Best of Japanese Whisky” lists, the Yamazaki 12 is highly sought after. While it was once a respectable $80, demand has caused the price to soar closer to $200. This light whisky is one of the most recognizable single malt Japanese whiskies in America, offering floral and fruity notes after being aged in a variety of casks. If any of the Japanese whiskies on this list should grace your home bar and custom engraved glasses, this is one of the best choices.

Suntory Toki

Much easier to find as well as cheaper is Suntory Toki. Toki takes malt and grain whisky from Suntory’s Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita distilleries and offers notes of pink grapefruit, almonds, and a light vanilla finish. It’s a popular whisky to mix with sparkling water and a squeeze of lemon for a Highball. While Suntory’s Hakushu 12 makes an arguably better Highball, it, like the Yamazaki 12, retails for about $200, making the Toki a wallet-friendly alternative.

Suntory Hakushu 12 or 18

Speaking of the Hakushu 12, if you can find it, get it. It’s a single malt produced in the Southern Japanese Alps, offering light pear, apple, and citrus notes with a subtle smoky peatiness to it thanks to water from deep in the forest on mountains near the distillery. While it is often priced at $200, it’s a better price than the Hakushu 18, which hovers around $500, offering fresh fruity and malt notes combined with a tiny hint of smoke and dried cherry.

Nikka Coffey Grain

Named for the inventor of the continuous still, Aeneas Coffey, this mostly corn whisky is distilled in a column still instead of a pot still. It is bourbon-like and aged in ex-bourbon casks to give it a creamy texture and sweetness, with vanilla and caramel notes. This is a fantastic option to put in your custom glasses etched with a logo or your monogram to show off to guests or prove your knowledge of Japanese whisky.

Shinju

Finally, if you are looking for a Japanese whisky to add to cocktails. It is distilled with water from the slopes of Mt. Fuji, matured between two and four years in white oak barrels. Shinju has a dark toffee color and offers scents of honey and orange blossoms.

About Crystal Imagery

Crystal Imagery started as a hobby for Eric Schuchart, making custom engraved glasses in 2000. He started making deeply engraved gifts for his friends and family, and all the gift receivers raved about his work. Fast forward to 2013, when Crystal Imagery was incorporated with Sherri Blum joining as a business partner and co-founder. From there, the company kept growing, expanding from a modest garage to a full 10,000 square-foot facility in three short years. Using a special deep carving technique, Crystal Imagery creates a 3D relief you can feel in every glass. The technique is superior when compared to traditional laser or rotary etching. The deep engraving method adds depth and shadow to glass products. Crystal Imagery offers products including personalized whiskey glasses, Glencairn glasses, decanters, shot glasses, champagne flutes, and more. Give a unique gift or add personalized elegance to your home bar with Crystal Imagery.

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