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Recommended as a gift or for luxurious home drinking.The most expensive whiskey is around 10,000 yen.
Many of the whiskies are expensive and delicious, making the drinker happy.
However, it takes courage to spend 10,000 yen on alcohol, and as long as you buy it, you definitely don't want to make a mistake.
So in this article,Bartender's selection of "Recommended Whiskey for around 10,000 yen".I will do so.
The second half of the article summarizes some of the things to consider when giving a gift. And for those who say, "There are so many brands, I can't choose!" For those who can't choosecounter for the ichi-ni-san counting system (usu. directly preceding the item being counted)Top 3 humanly recommended brandsPlease see the end of this page for more information.
Scotch] Recommended whiskey for around 10,000 yen
Scotch that can be purchased for around 10,000 yen tends to be a delicious brand on the high street.
The brand name we introduce this time isSweet and rich in flavorare many, and they are not hazardous as gifts.
- Seabass Regal 18 years old, Quercus cask finish.
Sweet and smooth with oriental flavors. - The Glenlivet 18 years old
Fresh, mellow, fruity and well-balanced. - The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 years old
Elegant, gorgeous, rich and dried fruit sweetness - Glenmorangie 18 years old
Balance of freshness and sweetness - Bowmore 15 years old
Smoky and deeply sweet
Seabass Regal 18 years old, Quercus cask finish.
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 43%. |
barrel aged | quercus mongolica var. grosseserrata |
."Seabass Regal 18 years old, Quercus cask finish." is the last step in the maturation process.Finished (post-aged) in a rare Japanese oak barrel called "Mizunara barrelThe whiskey is characterized by the fact that it is a whiskey.
It has a distinctive oriental flavor, with honey-like sweetness, ginger and spice.You can enjoy the tangy feeling of
The gentle taste and mouthfeel without alcohol and the depth of flavor are very satisfying.
This whisky is the result of a fusion of Scottish and Japanese craftsmanship! It is also delicious in any way you like to drink it!
The Glenlivet 18 years old
Classification. | single malt (Speyside) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
barrel aged | 1st and 2nd fill American oak barrels sherry cask |
."The Glenlivet 18 years old" in an 18-year-old single malt,Cosy whisky of the highest class.It is.
It offers honey and malt sweetness, orange and herbal freshness, and a woody, spicy finish.
Because it is a very well-known brand and the taste is well-balanced and suitable for all types of drinking,Great as a gift!It is.
It used to be much cheaper, about 6,000 yen. Too cheap indeed!
The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 years old
Classification. | single malt (Speyside) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
barrel aged | sherry cask |
."The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 years oldThe ","The Rolls-Royce of single malts."It is a whiskey of such high quality that it is called "the best whiskey in the world.
It offers deep sweetness like dried fruit, rich and elegant oak aroma, and warm spicy flavor.
Very famous both as a single malt scotch and as a sherry cask aged whiskeyIt is a brand name that you should definitely drink.
A great brand to give as a gift! There is not a person who would not be delighted to receive this gift!
Glenmorangie 18 years old
Classification. | single malt (Highlands) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 43%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel sherry cask |
."Glenmorangie 18 years oldThe ",Whisky with a very balanced taste and a high degree of perfection.It is.
You can enjoy the sweetness of chocolate, malt, and dried fruits, the freshness of citrus, and the aromatic flavor of coffee.
I don't sense too many negative aspects.It is a whiskey with a gorgeous, smooth mouthfeel that is perfect for any drinker.
It retains the fresh, fruity character of Glenmorangie, but with a richness and flavor that has been raised to a higher level.
Bowmore 15 years old
Classification. | single malt (Ira) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 43%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel Oloroso sherry cask |
."Bowmore 15 years oldThe ",Aged for 12 years in bourbon casks, then 3 years in sherry casksThe whisky is made by making
It offers a firm yet soothing smokiness, dried fruit and dark chocolate sweetness, citrus freshness, woody flavors and a spicy finish.
Slightly quirky but well balanced and rich flavorand is ideal for a relaxing drink.
Even though it has some peculiarities, it is definitely easier to drink than the typical Islay malt! Just be aware of the smoky flavor when buying it as a gift.
Irish] Recommended whiskey for around 10,000 yen.
Irish whiskey is known for its basic lack of peculiarities and ease of drinking.
Generally speaking, the brand introduced here has a strong impression of light flavors,Delicate yet mellow flavorThe following items were carefully selected.
- Bushmills Single Malt 16 years old
Sweet, gorgeous and gentle flavor - Egan's Conviction
Delicate, complex and very drinkable.
Bushmills Single Malt 16 years old
Classification. | single malt |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel sherry cask port wine cask |
."Bushmills Single Malt 16 years oldis made from the barrels of three alcoholic beverages,Very high taste balance and perfection.Whiskey.
It offers a serene atmosphere with deep sweetness like raisins and dark chocolate, refreshing acidity like plums, aromatic oak and nuts, and spicy cinnamon.
You don't feel the alcohol attack.Rich and gorgeous with a gentle mouthfeelIt is.
I am personally a little disappointed that the alcohol content is 40%, but I am still very pleased with the taste! Note that the product image on Amazon shows the old bottle design, but the new bottle will be shipped.
Egan's Conviction
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 46%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel Cognac cask (XO) |
."Egan's ConvictionThe ",A blend of single malt and single grain base liquors aged for more than 10 years and post-aged in XO-class cognac (brandy) casksThe whisky is made by making
It offers honeyed sweetness, floral flavors, fruity citrus and dried fruit, and a spicy finish.
Delicate and complex with sweetness as the main taste, very easy to drink.Therefore, this brand is widely recommended for those who are not looking for a strong drinking experience.
Both the box and bottle design are beautiful and perfect for gift giving!
American] Recommended whiskey for around 10,000 yen.
Bourbon whiskey is the most famous American whiskey, but the brand introduced here isIn addition to bourbon, rye and Tennessee whiskey were included.
Briefly, bourbon is made from 51% corn and has a sweet flavor, while rye whiskey has a spicy flavor with a rye ratio of 51% or more.
Tennessee whiskey made in Tennessee is filtered through sugar maple (maple) charcoal, which results in a smooth, low-mess finish.
- Fore Roses Platinum(Bourbon)
Rich yet gentle mouthfeel - Michter's US★1 Rye Whiskey(Rai)
Stimulating spiciness and perfection. - Jack Daniel's No.27 Gold(Tennessee)
Sweet, smooth, maple flavor.
Please note that there were not many American whiskey brands in the neighborhood of just 10,000 yen, so the price range will be a bit back and forth.
Fore Roses Platinum
Classification. | bourbon |
content by volume | 750ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 43%. |
."Fore Roses Platinum" is among the many brand lineups,Available only in JapanThe whisky is made from a variety of whiskies.
It offers caramel-like sweetness, apple-like fruity, floral and firm oak fragrance, and gentle spiciness.
Smooth and easy to drink, but rich in flavor.The satisfaction level is high when drinking at
It is a little cheaper than 10,000 yen, but is perfectly rich for a gift.
Michter's US★1 Rye Whiskey
Classification. | rai (Algerian music style) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 42.4% (%) |
."Michter's US★1 Rye WhiskeyThe ",Single Barrel" whiskey, bottled from only one barrel of original whiskeyIt is.
Whiskey is usually blended with several barrels of the original whiskey before bottling to equalize the flavor.
By making it single barrel,Enjoy the unique flavor as it is.This is why.
It offers caramel-like sweetness, orange and herbal freshness, nuttiness, warm spiciness and woodiness.
The flavor is so spicy that it is clearly noticeable when compared to bourbon! This whiskey is one of the many rye whiskeys that we feel is very complete.
Jack Daniel's No.27 Gold
Classification. | Tennessee |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
barrel aged | maple cask |
."Jack Daniel's No.27 Goldis the top-ranked whiskey in the famous Jack Daniel's lineup.
Whereas most Tennessee whiskey undergoes a single filtration process (charcoal mellowing) with sugar maple charcoal, this brandSmoother mouthfeel by filtration twiceThe product is finished in the following manner.
After aging in oak barrels,Maple barrel post-ripening.It is.
It offers vanilla and maple-like sweetness, banana-like fruity and rich woodiness.
It is surprisingly smooth and pleasant to drink! A very easy-drinking whisky, even for American whisky as a whole!
Recommended whiskey for around 10,000 yen.
Japanese whiskey (especially single malt) isPrices soared sharply, with many issues at a premium priceIt is sold at
The brands we present here are also priced at a premium because they are rarely in stock online, so it is more of a private purchase,Completely recommended brand for gift giving.It is.
Whiskey, whose prices have skyrocketed, is not easy to buy for oneself, so it will be very appreciated when given as a gift!
- Taketsuru Pure Malt
Well balanced and slightly smoky - mountainous region
Sweet, gorgeous and woody.
note (supplementary information) symbolIt is best if you can get the item sold at a fixed price at a store. This site is not recommending the purchase of a product at a pre-priced price, but only that a hard-to-find product is more likely to be appreciated as a gift.
Taketsuru Pure Malt
Classification. | pure malt (Blended malt) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 43%. |
unblended whisky (whiskey) | Yoichi malt aged in sherry casks Miyagikyo Malt Miyagikyo malt aged in remade casks |
."Taketsuru Pure Maltis owned by Nikka Whisky.Pure malt, a blend (vatting) of several malt winesThis whiskey is classified as a
The palate is soft, with honey and malt sweetness, banana and apple fruity notes, a moderate smokiness typical of Yoichi, and a slight bitterness.
Well balanced and fresh on the palate,More Scotch than Japanese.It is.
Incidentally, pure malt is currently the only classification for Japanese whiskey! Overseas, it is called blended malt.
mountainous region
Classification. | single malt |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 43%. |
barrel aged | quercus mongolica var. grosseserrata wine cask |
."mountainous regionis made from original wine aged in various types and sizes of casks, mainly the Quercus and wine casks mentioned above,World famous Japanese single maltIt is.
You can enjoy vanilla and honey sweetness, berry fruity, and aromatic malt and oak aromas.
It is often sweet and gorgeously woody.The whiskey is a good example of Japanese whiskey, and you will be able to feel the goodness of Japanese whiskey.
Yamazaki blends well with water, so it is best drunk watered with water or on the rocks.
Canadian] Recommended whisky for around 10,000 yen.
Very few brands of Canadian whisky enter Japan in the first place, and only one brand will be introduced this time.
The taste is light and unctuous compared to other producing countries.Characterized by the easiest drinking quality.It is.
Canadian Club 20 years
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 750ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel |
."Canadian Club 20 yearsThe ",Highest rank among Canadian Club brandsThe whiskey of the
It has a very smooth mouthfeel and offers vanilla and caramel sweetness, orangey fruity notes, and a gentle oak aroma.
Almost no alcohol stimulation, sweet and gorgeousYou will be able to drink really swishy with
It is still lighter than whiskies from other countries, so it is best to drink it straight or on the rocks.
New World] Recommended whiskey for around 10,000 yen.
What is New World Whiskey?Whiskies produced in countries other than the world's five major whiskies (Scotch, Irish, American, Japanese, and Canadian)of the
The New World Whiskey introduced here is,Indian whiskey made in India, the world's No. 1 whiskey consumer, and Tawny's whiskey made in Taiwan, which is highly regarded worldwide for its tropical flavor.to the following.
- Paul John Classic(India)
- Cavalin Triple Sherry Cask(Taiwan)
Paul John Classic
country of origin | India |
Classification. | single malt |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 55.2% (%) |
barrel aged | bourbon barrel |
."Paul John ClassicThe ",Indian single malt with a high 55.2% alcohol content.The feature is that it is a
It offers honey and malty sweetness, juicy apple and orange fruity, and pungent spiciness.
Warm flavor and Indian whiskey character.and the high alcohol content makes it very drinkable and satisfying for whiskey lovers.
People who drink New World Whiskey probably have a lot of experience with whiskey, so they have probably had some of the higher strength brands. It is a fairly tasty category, so if you are a strong drinker, you should definitely give it a try.
Cavalin Triple Sherry Cask
country of origin | Taiwan |
Classification. | single malt |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
barrel aged | Oloroso cask Pedro Jimenez Barrel Moscatel cask |
."Cavalin Triple Sherry CaskThe ",Whiskey matured in three types of sherry casksIt is.
You can enjoy the subdued sweetness of chocolate and dried fruit, the fruity tropical fruit, the nutty aroma, and the spiciness of cloves and cinnamon.
Specific to KavalanTropical flavors and complex oak-derived flavors, rich in flavor.It is.
It is quite sweet, gorgeous and easy to drink. It does not have the eginess of sherry casks.
Top 3 recommended luxury whiskeys for around 10,000 yen
The whiskies introduced here ended up being a lot, even though they were very carefully selected.
Some of you may be wondering, "Which one do you recommend in the end?" Some of you may have lost track of which one to recommend in the end.
For those who are interested, we have selected the following items from those introduced here.Top 3 recommendations."decided to
If you are not sure what to buy, please refer to this page!
Third place
- Fits well with all drinking styles.
- Oriental and spicy flavors derived from Mizunara oak barrels.
- Balanced flavor without too many negative elements.
- It's possible that the flavor of the Quercus barrels could be perceived as peculiar.
Second place
- Rich, gorgeous and complete.
- Deep sweetness and clear taste.
- Very smooth mouthfeel
- Not very drinkable at 40% alcohol by volume.
1st place
- Very smooth, easy to drink and never tired of drinking.
- Delicate and rich, sweet and fruity
- Well balanced in taste and perfection.
- While easy to drink, it does not have a strong personality.
Where can I get a good deal on the whiskey you introduced?
Of course it is good to buy in a real store,Frankly, the internet is cheaper.Most of the time.
It's basically an online store.The best place to buy one is on Amazon.It is.
- Points are awarded
- Free shipping on many items (Prime members)
- Many items arrive the day after ordered (Prime members).
- You can buy products that are not often found in physical stores.
- Prices are often lower than other online stores.
Rakuten has a higher percentage of points, but Amazon ships faster anyway, and you can drink the whiskey you buy right away. Moreover, it is cheap.
Many whiskeys are quite expensive, so it is nice to be able to buy them for a little less!
Prime members pay 4,900 yen (tax included) for the annual plan and 500 yen (tax included) for the monthly planYou have to pay theAt the same time, members can use members-only services such as Prime Video and Prime Music.The following is a list of the most important factors that will help you to make the most of your time in the future.
Moreover, delivery is free when buying whiskey, and next-day delivery is also available.
It is rather cheaper to be a Prime member than to use Amazon several times a year to pay for shipping.
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Summary: Whiskey for around 10,000 yen makes for a great evening drink!
It takes a lot of courage to pay 10,000 yen for a whiskey.
The price is quite rich if you are buying it for yourself, and if you are buying it as a gift, you can never go wrong.
If you are not sure what brand to buy, please refer to this article.
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