$62.37−8%($124.74/ℓ)
Recommended price: $67.79
Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)
Technical information
- Producer
- Yoshino Spirits Co
- Type
- Sake
- Country
- Giappopne
- Format
- 50 cl
- Gradation
- 46.0%
- Aromatic profile
- Delicate, fruity, slightly sweet
- Ingredients
- Rice, water, yeast, koji
- Filtration
- Filtered
- Color
- Transparent
- Consumption
- Serve cold or at room temperature
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Umiki Whisky represents an extraordinary expression of Japanese artisanal craftsmanship in the world of spirits. Distilled in Japan, this unique whisky stands out for its ecologically sustainable production method and innovative use of local natural resources.
Produced using desalinated seawater enriched with minerals, Umiki offers an unexpected freshness that harmoniously combines with the woody notes derived from aging in Japanese pine barrels, an unconventional choice that gives the whisky a distinctive character. The name "Umiki," which combines the Japanese words for "ocean" (umi) and "tree" (ki), celebrates this union between land and sea.
On tasting, Umiki Whisky opens with a soft sensation in the mouth followed by hints of peach, seaweed, and a slight trace of mint, reflecting its coastal origin. The finish is clean, with moderate persistence that leaves behind echoes of pine wood and a subtle salty aftertaste.
This whisky is not only ideal for sipping neat or with a drop of water to enhance its complexities but also serves beautifully as a base for sophisticated cocktails, where it can add a touch of elegance and uniqueness.
Ideal for whisky enthusiasts looking for a product that is out of the ordinary and tells a story of sustainability and innovation, Umiki Whisky is a must-have for any respected collection. Elegant in its 50cl bottle, it is also a great gift idea for those who love novelties in the world of spirits.
Produced using desalinated seawater enriched with minerals, Umiki offers an unexpected freshness that harmoniously combines with the woody notes derived from aging in Japanese pine barrels, an unconventional choice that gives the whisky a distinctive character. The name "Umiki," which combines the Japanese words for "ocean" (umi) and "tree" (ki), celebrates this union between land and sea.
On tasting, Umiki Whisky opens with a soft sensation in the mouth followed by hints of peach, seaweed, and a slight trace of mint, reflecting its coastal origin. The finish is clean, with moderate persistence that leaves behind echoes of pine wood and a subtle salty aftertaste.
This whisky is not only ideal for sipping neat or with a drop of water to enhance its complexities but also serves beautifully as a base for sophisticated cocktails, where it can add a touch of elegance and uniqueness.
Ideal for whisky enthusiasts looking for a product that is out of the ordinary and tells a story of sustainability and innovation, Umiki Whisky is a must-have for any respected collection. Elegant in its 50cl bottle, it is also a great gift idea for those who love novelties in the world of spirits.
Producer
Yoshino Spirits Co
Nara (production) / Osaka (headquarters)Japan
Yoshino Spirits Co is a Japanese company based in Osaka that operates as a spirits producer/exporter and brand. It is known for the Kamiki line (whisky) and for labels such as Umiki and Minoki; some Kamiki expressions were finished in casks of Japanese cedar (Yoshino-sugi).
- Kamiki: Japanese blended malt with a finish in Yoshino-sugi (Yoshino cedar) casks
- Kamiki Shuzou distillery located in Soni, Nara prefecture
- Headquarters in Osaka; export activity to over 120 countries (stated by the producer)
- Domestic sales in Japan launched in the second half of 2024 (stated by the producer)
Specialities
- Japanese whisky
- blended malt
- Japanese rum
- spirits import/export
- spirits brand
The story
Yoshino Spirits presents itself as an Osaka-based company focused on import/export and the international promotion of Japanese spirits brands. The official site reports the start of domestic sales in Japan in the second half of 2024. The site also describes Kamiki Shuzou (Kamiki Shuzo Nara Distillery) located in Soni, Nara prefecture, as the production site for Kamiki expressions.
Ageing
Initial aging in used American oak casks (e.g. indicated 7 years for some expressions), followed by a short finish period in Yoshino-sugi (Japanese cedar) casks for Kamiki expressions; other maturations in native woods (e.g. sakura) are reported for some references.
Raw materials
- malt (whisky 100% malt)
Representative products
- Kamiki Blended Malt Whisky - 50cl - Boxed
- Kamiki Intense Wood - 50cl - Boxed
- Kamiki Sakura Wood - 50cl - Boxed
- Minoki - 70cl - Boxed
- Reki - 70cl
- Umiki - 50cl