Japanese Whiskey List
We're delighted to share our carefully curated selection of Japanese whiskies at IO Italian Omakase. From rare and hard-to-find bottles to beloved classics, our list features exceptional whiskies from renowned Japanese distilleries that are sure to delight any whisky lover.
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0. Japanese Single Malt Shot
HK$ 120
1. Ichiro's Malt & Grain White Leaf World Blended Whisky
HK$ 240 / 1 Glass 40cl
HK$ 3,300 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
2. Akashi 4 Years Old Port Wine Cask Finish Single Malt
HK$ 240 / 1 Glass 40cl
HK$ 3,300 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Akashi 4 Years Old Port Wine Cask Finish Single Malt is a Japanese single malt whisky produced by the White Oak Distillery in Akashi City. It is aged for four years in American oak ex-bourbon barrels before being finished in Portuguese port wine casks. This finishing process gives the whisky a rich and fruity flavor profile with notes of red berries, dark chocolate, and dried fruits.
The whisky is bottled at 50% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas. It has a smooth and well-balanced taste with a long and satisfying finish. Akashi 4 Years Old Port Wine Cask Finish Single Malt is a limited edition release and is highly sought after by whisky enthusiasts and collectors.
3. Nikka From The Barrel World Blended Whisky
HK$ 220 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 3,000 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Nikka From The Barrel World Blended Whisky is a Japanese blended whisky produced by the Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. It is created by blending together more than 100 different malt and grain whiskies from Nikka's two distilleries, Yoichi and Miyagikyo, before being matured in oak barrels.
The whisky is known for its robust and complex flavor profile, with notes of fruit, spice, and oak. It has a rich and full-bodied taste, with a long and satisfying finish. Nikka From The Barrel World Blended Whisky is bottled at 51.4% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas.
The whisky has won several awards, including the World Whiskies Awards' Best Japanese Blended Whisky in 2007 and 2010. It is highly sought after by whisky enthusiasts and collectors around the world.
4. Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky
HK$ 240 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 3,300 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky is a Japanese single malt whisky produced by the Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. It is made from 100% malted barley and is distilled in a Coffey still, which is a type of continuous still that is rarely used for malt whisky production.
The whisky is aged in a combination of ex-bourbon barrels and new American oak casks, which gives it a rich and complex flavor profile. It is known for its notes of vanilla, caramel, and citrus, as well as its smooth and creamy texture.
Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky is bottled at 45% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas. It has won several awards, including a Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge in 2014 and 2016.
5. Miyagikyo Single Malt
HK$ 240 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 3,300 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Miyagikyo Single Malt is a Japanese single malt whisky produced by the Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. at their Miyagikyo Distillery in Sendai, Japan. The whisky is made from 100% malted barley and is distilled in traditional pot stills before being aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.
Miyagikyo Single Malt is known for its delicate and complex flavor profile, with notes of fruit, spice, and oak. It has a smooth and well-balanced taste, with a long and satisfying finish. The whisky is bottled at 45% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas.
Miyagikyo Single Malt has won several awards, including a Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2020. It is highly sought after by whisky enthusiasts and collectors around the world.
6. Yoichi Single Malt
HK$ 240 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 3,300 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Yoichi Single Malt is a Japanese single malt whisky produced by the Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. at their Yoichi Distillery in Hokkaido, Japan. The whisky is made from 100% malted barley and is distilled in traditional pot stills before being aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.
Yoichi Single Malt is known for its rich and smoky flavor profile, with notes of peat, fruit, and spice. It has a full-bodied taste, with a long and satisfying finish. The whisky is bottled at 45% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas.
Yoichi Single Malt has won several awards, including a Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2020. It is highly sought after by whisky enthusiasts and collectors around the world.
7. Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt
HK$ 260 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 3,600 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt is a Japanese blended malt whisky produced by the Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. It is named after Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of Nikka and considered the father of Japanese whisky. The whisky is made by blending together malt whiskies from Nikka's two distilleries, Yoichi and Miyagikyo, and is aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt is known for its balanced and elegant flavor profile, with notes of fruit, honey, and oak. It has a smooth and rounded taste, with a long and satisfying finish. The whisky is bottled at 43% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas.
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt has won several awards, including a Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge in 2018. It is highly regarded by whisky enthusiasts and is a popular choice for those looking to explore the world of Japanese whisky.
8. Yamazakura Cherry-Ex
HK$ 160 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 2,300 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Yamazakura Cherry-Ex is known for its unique and fruity flavor profile, with notes of cherry, vanilla, and oak. It has a smooth and mellow taste, with a hint of sweetness and a touch of spice. The whisky is bottled at 40% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas.
Yamazakura Cherry-Ex is a relatively new addition to the Japanese whisky scene, having been introduced in 2017. It has already won several awards, including a Gold Medal at the World Whiskies Awards in 2019.
9. Yamazakura Fine Blended Whisky
HK$ 180 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 2,600 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Yamazakura Fine Blended Whisky is known for its smooth and well-balanced flavor profile, with notes of honey, vanilla, and oak. It has a gentle and mellow taste, with a long and satisfying finish. The whisky is bottled at 40% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas.
Yamazakura Fine Blended Whisky is a relatively new addition to the Japanese whisky scene, having been introduced in 2016. It has already won several awards, including a Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge in 2017.
10. Yamazakura Brandy Cask Finish Pure Malt
HK$ 400 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 6,800 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Yamazakura Brandy Cask Finish Pure Malt is known for its rich and complex flavor profile, with notes of dried fruit, spice, and oak. The brandy cask finish adds a layer of sweetness and depth to the whisky, while maintaining its smooth and mellow character. The whisky is bottled at 40% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas.
Yamazakura Brandy Cask Finish Pure Malt is a relatively new addition to the Japanese whisky scene, having been introduced in 2019. It has already won several awards, including a Gold Medal at the World Whiskies Awards in 2020.
11. Yamazakura Cognac Cask Finish Pure Malt
HK$ 400 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 6,800 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
Yamazakura Cognac Cask Finish Pure Malt is known for its rich and complex flavor profile, with notes of dried fruit, spice, and oak. The cognac cask finish adds a layer of sweetness and depth to the whisky, while maintaining its smooth and mellow character. The whisky is bottled at 40% ABV and is non-chill filtered, which means it retains more of its natural flavors and aromas.
Yamazakura Cognac Cask Finish Pure Malt is a relatively new addition to the Japanese whisky scene, having been introduced in 2020. It has already won several awards, including a Gold Medal at the World Whiskies Awards in 2021.
12. Yamazakura Asaka Single Malt 2022 Edition
HK$ 500 / 1 Glass 40c
HK$ 7,800 / 1 Bottle 0.7l
This single malt is aged for 3 years in oak barrels and bottled at 46% ABV. It has a sweet and fruity aroma with notes of honey, vanilla, and citrus, as well as a hint of smoke. On the palate, it is smooth and well-balanced, with flavors of caramel, oak, and a touch of spice.
Only a limited number of bottles were produced, making Yamazakura Asaka Single Malt 2022 Edition a highly sought-after and collectible whisky among enthusiasts.