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KAIYŌ THE SINGLE 7 YEAR WHISKY 750ML 44% ABV

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	Who Kaiyō "The Single" 7-Year-Old Whisky is produced by Kaiyō Whisky, an independent "négociant" or non-distilling producer led by Mr. Watanabe and Master Blender Jeffrey Karlovitch, a renowned figure in the whisky industry.
	Where Japan
	What Kaiyō "The Single" 7-Year-Old Whisky is characterized by a delicate, tropical, and highly aromatic profile, heavily influenced by its finish in rare Mizunara oak. Common notes include banana, coconut, and vanilla, alongside the distinct scent of sandalwood and Japanese incense (Kara) typical of Mizunara wood. Some tasters also pick up hints of freshly sawed pine and popcorn. The texture is often described as silky and medium-bodied. It starts with a spark of sweetness like honey, caramel, and vanilla. This evolves into a rush of exotic fruits—such as pineapple, mango, and green apple—balanced by gentle spices like white pepper and nutmeg. The finish is generally long and warming. It typically leaves behind notes of spiced oak, orange zest, and a lingering honey sweetness. Some tasters also note a subtle hint of sea spray or brine from its ocean maturation.
	Why Unlike most whiskies that sit in a stationary warehouse, Kaiyō barrels are loaded onto a ship for a three-month sea voyage from Osaka, Japan. The rocking of the waves ensures the whisky is in continual contact with the wood. Variations in air pressure and temperature during the journey act as a catalyst, accelerating the aging process and deepening the flavor in a way that years of static aging might not.

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