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Is there anyone out there a Whisky/Shōchū Lover

Evirobie
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"Stan80"

[quote="Evirobie"]I somehow feel that it is not quite worth now as the Japanese Whisky prices all like jacked up due to the awards. Almost double in the prices compare to 2 - 3 years ago.


It is so true, but I do not have any colleagues flying to Japan now... so I dun have any chances to grab one from Japan.[/quote]

My bro came back from Japan earlier this year. It is the prices there that double as well. I remember hibiki 17 was around 88 when I first gotten, now it is about 150 odd or more. All Suntory whisky doubled in price.



Some of the whisky are out of stock in Japan. My bro bought back Yamazaki 18 yr and the price was btw 150 - 200 I think.
Stan80
Re: Is there anyone out there a Whisky Lover, anyone out the

"Evirobie"

[quote="Stan80"]


It is so true, but I do not have any colleagues flying to Japan now... so I dun have any chances to grab one from Japan.


My bro came back from Japan earlier this year. It is the prices there that double as well. I remember hibiki 17 was around 88 when I first gotten, now it is about 150 odd or more. All Suntory whisky doubled in price.



Some of the whisky are out of stock in Japan. My bro bought back Yamazaki 18 yr and the price was btw 150 - 200 I think.[/quote]

ya lor, I bought my Yamazaki 18 years at 180... nearly double from 2 years ago...
Wade
Re: Is there anyone out there a Whisky Lover, anyone out the

"Stan80"

[quote="Evirobie"]


My bro came back from Japan earlier this year. It is the prices there that double as well. I remember hibiki 17 was around 88 when I first gotten, now it is about 150 odd or more. All Suntory whisky doubled in price.



Some of the whisky are out of stock in Japan. My bro bought back Yamazaki 18 yr and the price was btw 150 - 200 I think.


ya lor, I bought my Yamazaki 18 years at 180... nearly double from 2 years ago...[/quote]

where do u go to look for Japanese whisky in tokyo?

Taka, Daimaru, Isetan or Haneda/Naita Airport?
Stan80
Re: Is there anyone out there a Whisky Lover, anyone out the

"Wade"

[quote="Stan80"]


ya lor, I bought my Yamazaki 18 years at 180... nearly double from 2 years ago...


where do u go to look for Japanese whisky in tokyo?

Taka, Daimaru, Isetan or Haneda/Naita Airport?[/quote]

My colleague bought for me one of the shops in Nagoya while on business trip. He told me Narita Airport all sold out... while he arrived. :shock:
Wade
Re: Is there anyone out there a Whisky Lover, anyone out the

"Stan80"

[quote="Wade"]


where do u go to look for Japanese whisky in tokyo?

Taka, Daimaru, Isetan or Haneda/Naita Airport?


My colleague bought for me one of the shops in Nagoya while on business trip. He told me Narita Airport all sold out... while he arrived. :shock:[/quote]

No chance of getting them from departmental store?
Stan80
Re: Is there anyone out there a Whisky Lover, anyone out the

"Wade"

[quote="Stan80"]


My colleague bought for me one of the shops in Nagoya while on business trip. He told me Narita Airport all sold out... while he arrived. :shock:


No chance of getting them from departmental store?[/quote]

Tat i am not so sure liao... coz it has been quite a number of years since I am been to Japan. :lol:
Wade
Re: Is there anyone out there a Whisky Lover, anyone out the

"Stan80"

[quote="Wade"]
No chance of getting them from departmental store?

Tat i am not so sure liao... coz it has been quite a number of years since I am been to Japan. :lol:[/quote]

thank bro, let try my luck next friday at sin airport or wait till my japan trip in nov.
doinkydoink
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Seen bottles of nikka from the barrel at The Bottle shop at star vista. Sgd99



Sorry for the typos..am using auto correction.
Wade
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"doinkydoink"

Seen bottles of nikka from the barrel at The Bottle shop at star vista. Sgd99



Sorry for the typos..am using auto correction.

thank for the headup and will check it out soon
david.tan
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i'm new to whisky too but love how "bad" it taste ! still looking for chance to try out more



btw i have an extra Yamazaki 12 year if anyone interested :)
telepgm
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Guys, what about an evening of Seiko and Whiskey? The pub owner below my office maybe open to give special price to SCS members. Small group of 5-6 folks? Just talk whiskey and Seiko for a couple of hours...
Wade
Re: Is there anyone out there a Whisky/Shōchū Lover
Has any bros try Shōchū 焼酎?



Typically shōchū contains approximately 25% alcohol by volume, which is weaker than whisky or standard-strength vodka but stronger than wine and sake.



Any recommended brand??



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1) Kome shōchū: Made from rice and being a bit milder in flavor makes it a good choice for beginners. There are some great examples from

Kumamoto, including the hi no kuni manyū pictured at the beginning of the article.



2) Imo shōchū: Made from sweet potatoes. Kagoshima is well known for this type. With its strong aroma and flavor, it may not be the best choice for a first timer, but it’s my personal favorite. It’s also the best candidate for drinking warm.



3) Mugi shōchū: Made from barley. It tends to be fairly mild and is also a good beginner’s choice.



4) Kokutō shōchū: Made from brown sugar. This type isn’t that common, but well worth a try if you can find it. It generally comes from the Amami Islands.



5) Soba shōchū: Made from buckwheat. This type is only about forty years old. It’s the only one on this list that I’ve never tried myself, but it’s reported to be quite mild.



6) Awamori: Made from long-grain Thai rice. This is Okinawa’s equivalent of shōchū. Although it’s generally 25-30% alcohol, it can be much stronger.



7) Chūhai: A fruity, shōchū based cocktail. They can be hand mixed, or bought in a can for a very reasonable price (the canned ones don’t always use shōchū).
Wade
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Just bought the below from Airport DFS today.



No fish prawn also ok, grab this Akashi Whisky at S$64.90 as can't find any Japanese Single Malt Whisky







While waiting for baggage to be out, i went back and to my surprise new stocks of Hibiki Harmony whisky and The Hakushu Single Malt Whisky has just arrived in one carton each.

Compare both and without hesitate grab The Hakushu Single Malt Whisky at S$100.



telepgm
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this was BNIB 4 weeks ago. I drank this all by myself. Any one tried it yet? Wah Lau, Boey tahan, it's really delicious.
telepgm
Re: Is there anyone out there a Whisky/Shōchū Lover

"Wade"

Just bought the below from Airport DFS today.



No fish prawn also ok, grab this Akashi Whisky at S$64.90 as can't find any Japanese Single Malt Whisky







While waiting for baggage to be out, i went back and to my surprise new stocks of Hibiki Harmony whisky and The Hakushu Single Malt Whisky has just arrived in one carton each.

Compare both and without hesitate grab The Hakushu Single Malt Whisky at S$100.



Hakushu is a no brainer bro, I see them in all top Jap restaurants in town. Must be something good about it. Keep us posted on the taste! :)
nutty
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"telepgm"

this was BNIB 4 weeks ago. I drank this all by myself. Any one tried it yet? Wah Lau, Boey tahan, it's really delicious.


I managed to get my hands on a bottle about 2 weeks back. It is really good!]



I am thinking of trying their Solist Sherry Cask. Has anyone tried? Thoughts?
SUPAN
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not me ... :lol:
agrimreaper
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I see quite a few Japanese whisky out here. I prefer the Islay ones for its smokiness. Bowmore, Caol Ila, Lagavulin, Laphroaig. Personally I have the Lagavulin 16 years and Laphroaig PX Cask.
doinkydoink
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Treated this by a vendor last night.



Surprisingly good whisky and not too expensive as well.





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doinkydoink
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Caught the Glendronach bug!





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lunarin79
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Bought this just to try, haha, am a total noob in whisky,haha





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lunarin79
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lunarin79
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Trying this later





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traineract
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"lunarin79"

Trying this later





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Wah shiok or not?
lunarin79
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"traineract"


Wah shiok or not?


As a noob drinker, I actually prefer this Hibiki over Nikka. :lol:
traineract
Re: Is there anyone out there a Whisky/Shōchū Lover

"lunarin79"

[quote="traineract"]
Wah shiok or not?


As a noob drinker, I actually prefer this Hibiki over Nikka. [emoji38][/quote]
Haha I think I tried hibiki before. Nikka no lol
andrewguess
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Recommend Canadian whisky 12 years . Dark and smooth. Value for money as well
lunarin79
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Trying out this Chita (Suntory)





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rojakman
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Woah ceo. So many bottles
lunarin79
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"rojakman"

Woah ceo. So many bottles


lai lai, whisky night :lol:
doinkydoink
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Hoot some nosing glasses from tabao. Cheap and good.



Wade
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"lunarin79"

Bought this just to try, haha, am a total noob in whisky,haha





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one of my fav
Wade
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"lunarin79"

Trying out this Chita (Suntory)





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lot of Japanese whisky there...:)
Wade
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still clearing this...:)

lunarin79
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"Wade"

still clearing this...:)



Yet to try this, haha