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Here’s What You Should Know About Japanese Whisky — and the Bartender-Approved Bottles to Try
- Latest: Japan clarifies whisky rules with voluntary 2021 JSLMA guidelines, detailing what defines Japanese whisky.
- Definition requires Japanese water and grain, plus all key steps distilled in Japan and aging under 700 liters for at least three years.
- A compliant brand can use the JSLMA logo to signal Japanese provenance and rule adherence.
- Non-compliant products may be labeled 'world whisky' rather than Japanese whisky, per industry experts.
- Experts describe Japanese whisky as a harmony of Scottish technique with a Japanese lens.
- Notable bottles cited range from Hibiki 21 to Yamazaki 12 Year as benchmarks of the category.
- The piece notes how Japanese whisky rose from a few dozen distilleries to over 100.
- The Highball remains a popular, approachable way to enjoy Japanese whisky.
- Chichibu, Sakurao, Yoichi, and Yamazaki are highlighted as representative labels for different profiles.
- The article links Japanese whisky’s growth to global markets across Asia-Pacific, the U.S., and Europe.
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