Kujira Ryukyu
Kaijin Whisky new to market blended whisky from masahiro distillery japan okinawa. kaijin translates to ocean-man.
The mythical story of okinawa island tells tales of an ocean man that wrestled the sea monster, only to merge into one.’’ aged for a 3 years in ex bourbon casks. Kaijin whisky is made with the easy drinker in mind. LIGHT, LIFTED, APPROACHABLE. AND AFFORDABLE.
Kujira Ryukyu Single Grain Whisky Series All Kujira Whisky are distilled by 100% Indica rice and Okinawa’s unique “black koji” for the mashing before maturing in oak casks that give the whisky an unique character. Thanks to the island’s warm climate, whisky takes less time to mature and thus has a stronger aroma and a bolder taste. The special flavor from Indica rice further gives the whisky a long and unique aftertaste. Kujira means “whale“ in Japanese. The whale is a symbol of generosity and peace. Long plagued by war, the Ryukyu Islanders consider the whale as the guardian of peace and nature. Matured in White Oak Virgin Casks from 3 – 15 years – Non chill filtered and No colouring. 100% craft japanese whiskies from Okinawa unlike anything else in the world.
Kujira Ryukyu Single Grain Whisky Series
All Kujira Whisky are distilled by 100% Indica rice and Okinawa’s unique “black koji” for the mashing before maturing in oak casks that give the whisky an unique character.
Thanks to the island’s warm climate, whisky takes less time to mature and thus has a stronger aroma and a bolder taste. The special flavor from Indica rice further gives the whisky a long and unique aftertaste.
Kujira means “whale“ in Japanese. The whale is a symbol of generosity and peace. Long plagued by war, the Ryukyu Islanders consider the whale as the guardian of peace and nature.
Matured in White Oak Virgin Casks from 3 – 15 years – Non chill filtered and No colouring. 100% craft japanese whiskies from Okinawa unlike anything else in the world.
Kujira / Kaijin |
Vintage | Case |
Kujira Limited and Original | 2019 | 6 |
Kujira Ryuku Whisky Inari | 2019 | 6 |
Kujira 5YO Ryuku | 2021 | 6 |
Kujira 10YO Ryuku | 2019 | 6 |
Kujira 15YO Ryuku | NV | 6 |