Pioneered by Ann Soh Woods, an up and comer in the Japanese Whisky scene. Kikori Japanese Whiskey reflects Soh's fresh take on Japanese whisky could be. Made completely from a rice base, Kikori is very similar in taste to It is similar Shochu -a Japanese alcohol distilled from rice or sweet potatoes.
Her passion for Japanese rituals and tradition led her to discovering a unique blend of old and new by using rice in stead of barley. The locally sourced rice is cooked in giant steel steamers, and distilled using pure mountain water. Barrel aged for a minimum of 3 years in American Oak, French Limousin oak and Sherry casks, Kikori is floral and fragrant with a velvety palate.
Notes: Smooth, medium-bodied. Aromas and flavors of caramel, oak, vanilla, and almonds
Pairings: Skirt Steak, seared scallops, grilled tofu
Serving Suggestions: Neat or on the rocks
Region: Japan
Alcohol Content: 41%
The rice gives it a unique aromatic profile with a floral and fragrant aroma and a velvety smoothness to the palate. No coloring or sugar is added, and it ages in American, French, and sherry oak anywhere from three to seven years.
Her passion for Japanese rituals and tradition led her to discovering a unique blend of old and new by using rice in stead of barley. The locally sourced rice is cooked in giant steel steamers, and distilled using pure mountain water. Barrel aged for a minimum of 3 years in American Oak, French Limousin oak and Sherry casks, Kikori is floral and fragrant with a velvety palate.
Notes: Smooth, medium-bodied. Aromas and flavors of caramel, oak, vanilla, and almonds
Pairings: Skirt Steak, seared scallops, grilled tofu
Serving Suggestions: Neat or on the rocks
Region: Japan
Alcohol Content: 41%
The rice gives it a unique aromatic profile with a floral and fragrant aroma and a velvety smoothness to the palate. No coloring or sugar is added, and it ages in American, French, and sherry oak anywhere from three to seven years.