Japanese Whiskey

Hakata 16 Year Old Sherry Cask Japanese Whisky is produced by the renowned Hakata Distillery, known for its commitment to quality and tradition in whisky making. Located in the heart of Japan, the distillery combines centuries-old techniques with modern innovations to create exceptional spirits. This dedication to excellence is evident in every bottle of Hakata Whisky, making it a favorite among whisky connoisseurs and those who appreciate fine craftsmanship.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep amber with a warm, inviting glow
• Nose: Rich aromas of dried fruit, dark chocolate, oak, and a hint of spice
• Palate: Smooth and velvety, with flavors of dried fruit, dark chocolate, oak, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness
• Finish: Long and elegant, with a lingering warmth and refined smoothness

First Japanese gin, made in Kyoto

KI NO BI (“The Beauty of the Seasons”) is inspired by tradition and is distilled, blended and bottled in Kyoto. Our gin is made in a recognisably dry style, but with a distinct Japanese accent.

KI NO BI Kyoto Dry Gin is created with Japanese botanicals such as yellow yuzu from the north of Kyoto Prefecture, akamatsu wood chips (Japanese red pine), bamboo, gyokuro tea from the Uji region and green sansho (Japanese peppercorn) berries. Bottled at 45.7% abv, KI NO BI uses a rice spirit base and pure ground water sourced from the famous sake-brewing district of Fushimi.

Mastering not only the science of distillation as others have done before, but also the age-old art of blending, we separate the botanicals in our gin into 6 Elements: Base, Citrus, Tea, Herbal, Spice and Fruity & Floral, and distil each category individually. Then we blend them in perfect harmony to create the distinctive KI NO BI flavour.