Kaiyo – Japanese Mizunara Oak Whisky

Kaiyo Mizunara Oak Blended Malt Japanese Whisk is matured in the finest Japanese Mizunara oak casks. These casks are carefully hand crafted due to the delicate Mizunara oak wood grain. They are among the rarest casks in the world and are considered the finest in which to mature whisky. After years of maturing the casks go on a final maturation in a sea voyage for up to 3 months leaving from Osaka Japan. Pioneering research into the effect of wood selection on whisky maturation led to the development of bespoke barrels crafted from slow growth air-seasoned wood from hand-selected trees. The spirit is gently matured in traditional style for many years before it embarks on its unique sea voyage. Mizunara oak casks are known as the most expensive casks in the world. Mizunara Oak is up to 10x more expensive than any other casks in the world. The casks are carefully handmade at the world famous Ariake cooperage.