Kujira

Kujira Whisky, aka Kujira Ryukyu Whisky, is a range of premium Japanese whiskies jointly launched by select representative distillers of Okinawa, Japan. Crafted initially on the island of Ryukyu, this exceptional whisky is derived from a marriage of 100% Indica rice and black Koji, sourced ingredients specific to the region. Ryukyu Island is a subtropical archipelago found along the southern part of Japan and is noted as the birthplace of the ancient Ryukyu Kingdom. First created by the Masahiro Distillery, founded by Shobun Higa, Kujira has risen to become one of Japan's most elite whisky offerings, spanning 8 generations and over 140 years of tradition. The brand is owned by the esteemed Shin Group Corp, with affiliated distributors throughout Japan and the world - including the US. Kujira's range offers several iterations including the Kujira Ryukyu 5, 10, and 15 year old Whisky, the Kujira Inari Whisky, and a rare 31 year old whisky produced in just 999 bottles. Beautifully created and expertly crafted at the hands of a long line of master distillers, Kujira Ryukyu is superior Japanese whisky displaying the utmost in disciplined artistry and profound quality.