Helios

Whisky Reki Helios 70cl

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Format: 70 cl

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Technical information
Producer Helios
Type Whisky
Aromatic profile Notes of honey, vanilla, dried fruit
Ingredients Water, malted barley, yeast
Format 70 cl
Gradation 40.0%
Type of cask American oak barrels
Aging Minimum 3 years
Distillation method Copper pot still distillation
Number of distillations 2
Filtration Cold filtration
Color Golden amber
Consumption Neat, with water or ice

Reki Helios Whisky is a unique celebration of Japanese creativity and technique in the world of spirits. Produced by Helios Distillery, located in the picturesque prefecture of Okinawa, this whisky represents an impeccable fusion of Eastern and Western traditions. Distilled and bottled in Japan, Reki Helios Whisky stands out for its delicate yet complex aromatic profile.

With an alcohol content of 40%, this whisky presents a light amber color, the result of skillful maturation in barrels that impart light notes of vanilla and honey. On the nose, an intriguing bouquet of ripe fruit, sweet spices, and a slight hint of smoke emerges, inviting a balanced and rounded tasting experience. On the palate, Reki Helios reveals a smooth structure where the sweetness of caramel and wood nuances blend into a persistent and refined finish.

This whisky is ideal for enjoying neat or with ice, to best enhance its purity and complexity. An excellent choice for whisky lovers seeking a distinctive product rich in personality.


Distillery

Helios

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Helios.

Helios (Helios Shuzo) is a Japanese producer based in Nago, Okinawa, active in the production of awamori, rum, whisky and various liqueurs and craft beers. It is known for labels such as Reki (whisky) and for the Kura lines of awamori, in addition to releases of single malts and barrel-matured bottlings.
awamori (traditional Okinawan spirit) Japanese whisky rum liqueurs and various spirits craft beer
Country Japan
Region Okinawa Prefecture
Founded 1961

Distillation

Copper pot still (batch) for some expressions; traditional processes for awamori (atmospheric distillation) and classic distillation techniques for rum/whisky where indicated.

Ageing

Maturation in wooden casks; barrel aging in casks (white oak/rovere) for some awamori expressions and for released whiskies matured in wood.

Raw materials

malted barley rice (for awamori) sughero/sugarcane water yeasts

Representative products

Reki (Whisky Reki Helios 70cl) Kura (awamori line, incl. Kura Kosyu / Kura series) Kyoda Single Malt / Kyoda Cask Strength (release 2020)

Official Awards

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