Kaiyo The Ramu 46%

, Japan

Kaiyō Whisky is a distinctive Japanese whisky house known for its rare use of Mizunara oak and its pioneering sea-maturation technique. Under the guidance of Master Blender Jeffrey Karlovitch, a Keeper of the Quaich and one of the whisky world’s most refined palates, Kaiyō crafts small batches of whisky aged in handmade Mizunara casks, some of the most precious and difficult-to-work-with barrels in the world. Once matured on land, the casks embark on a voyage at sea, where the dynamic conditions of movement, temperature fluctuations, and air pressure variations coax even greater complexity from the oak. The result is a whisky unlike any other, rich, layered, and deeply expressive of both wood and wave.

Kaiyō “The Ramu” takes this philosophy a step further by finishing its Mizunara-aged whisky in Caribbean rum casks, creating a truly unique expression that combines the aromatic richness of Japanese oak with the tropical warmth and spice of rum barrels. Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered, The Ramu is a whisky that surprises and delights with every sip.

In the glass, it presents a golden amber hue and an enticing nose of toasted coconut, vanilla bean, ripe banana, and honeyed citrus, underpinned by subtle notes of sandalwood, white pepper, and soft caramel. On the palate, it is smooth and rounded, delivering waves of mango, candied ginger, brown sugar, and dried pineapple, balanced beautifully by Mizunara’s signature floral spice and creamy texture. Hints of molasses and oak spice unfold on a lingering, tropical-tinged finish.

Kaiyō The Ramu is a joyfully expressive and genre-defying whisky, perfect for adventurous drinkers who appreciate balance, complexity, and originality.

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Whisky Advocate awarded it 92 points

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Kaiyō Whisky is an extraordinary Japanese whisky brand that bridges ancient tradition, rare craftsmanship, and bold innovation. Guided by the expertise of Master Blender Jeffrey Karlovitch, one of the world’s most respected authorities on whisky and a Keeper of the Quaich, Kaiyō is renowned for producing whiskies of exceptional depth, character, and complexity.

Rather than distilling its own spirit, Kaiyō sources carefully selected casks of raw whisky from some of Japan’s most revered producers. From there, Karlovitch hand-selects barrels for maturation in ultra-rare Mizunara oak casks, widely considered the most prized and demanding oak in the world of whisky. Indigenous to Japan, Mizunara trees must grow for over 200 years before they can be harvested. Their porous, knotty grain is notoriously difficult to work with, but the effort pays off in the form of extraordinary aromatic complexity, offering notes of coconut, sandalwood, orange blossom, dried fruits, honey, and incense.

What truly sets Kaiyō apart is its sea maturation process. After years of ageing on land, the whisky is sent on a journey across the oceans from Osaka, spending up to three months at sea. During this voyage, the spirit is exposed to constant motion, shifts in temperature, and changes in atmospheric pressure, conditions that accelerate ageing and enhance extraction from the Mizunara oak. The result is a whisky that is not only rich and layered but also remarkably smooth and expressive, with a creamy mouthfeel and a luxurious, lingering finish.

Kaiyō Whisky is a testament to both Japanese dedication to detail and a spirit of global exploration. Each bottle tells a story of craftsmanship, tradition, and discovery, making Kaiyō a true standout in the world of premium Japanese whisky.

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Country
Japan

Producer
Kaiyō

Alcohol by Volume
46%

Size
70cl

Types
Whisky, Japanese Whisky

Kaiyo The Ramu 46%

£84.00

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