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Ah, speaking of Hakushu, its geographical characteristics are truly fascinating, and they are the core secret behind its unique flavor. Simply put, there are three keywords: forest, excellent water, a...

When it comes to Suntory whiskies, their flagship star products are actually quite easy to recognize. They can generally be divided into several tiers, each with its own distinct characteristics.

This question cannot be answered with a simple yes or no. The straightforward answer is: some do, some don't. It entirely depends on each distillery's philosophy and the specific whisky they are relea...

Hey, that's an interesting question, and it's definitely something many people new to Japanese whisky wonder about. The simple and direct answer is: Yes, there can be differences, but not for all bott...

Hey there, let's dive into this topic. Whisky, once you get into it, is quite fascinating. What is Single Malt Whisky? Let's break it down by looking at the words "Single" and "Malt.

Ha, that's an excellent question, and it's arguably one of the big "secrets" behind the unique flavor of Japanese whisky. Rather than "coping with" these drastic temperature changes, it's more accurat...

Ha, talking about "Angel's Share" is quite interesting! The name sounds incredibly romantic, but for distilleries, it's a very real cost. Simply put, it refers to the portion of whisky that evaporates...

Ah, when it comes to this topic, I'm wide awake! The casks used for Japanese whisky are truly its soul. Unlike some regions that might have only one or two mainstream choices, the Japanese are particu...

Hello, I'm happy to discuss this topic with you. The continuous still (Column Still) might sound very technical, but it's actually quite simple to understand.

When discussing the unique aspects of Japanese whisky in malt handling, it's quite interesting. You might assume they possess some mysterious proprietary techniques, but the core isn't about inventing...

Ah, you've hit on a crucial point, especially when discussing whiskey; this is a big deal that really defines a distillery's style. I'll try to explain it in simple terms.

You can imagine it as a super large, somewhat oddly shaped copper kettle. Distillers pour the fermented, beer-like liquid (which we call 'wash') into this large pot, and then begin to heat it from bel...

Ah, you've hit on a crucial point! This is a fundamental difference between Japanese and Scotch whisky. I'll try to explain it in simple terms.

Ah, that's an excellent question! Many people think Japanese whisky is just a "copy" of Scotch, but in reality, they've carved out their own distinct path, especially when it comes to distillation.

Well, the answer to that question depends on which type of Japanese whisky you're asking about. Japanese whisky primarily falls into two major categories, and they use completely different types of st...

Haha, that's a very interesting question! It's like asking if oranges grown in Northeast China taste the same as those grown in Hainan. The answer is definitely no.

Ah, speaking of Mizunara barrels, that's an interesting topic. If you've had a lot of whisky, especially Japanese whisky, you're bound to be fascinated by this name.

Okay, let's talk about Japanese barley. Simply put, the vast majority of barley in Japan is imported, with only a small portion being domestically produced.

Ah, when it comes to this topic, I'm wide awake! This is precisely the essence of Japanese whisky's flavor profile. Think of it simply; it's not that complicated.

Hey, talking about Japanese grains is quite interesting, as it's not just about the food we eat daily, but also closely related to delicious things like sake and whisky. Let me break it down for you.