{"title":"Japan","description":"\u003cp\u003eJapan has emerged as one of the world's most exciting drinks-producing nations — renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship, attention to detail, and unique flavour profiles that set Japanese spirits and beverages apart from the rest of the world. Japanese whisky has taken the global stage by storm, with distilleries like Yamazaki, Nikka, and Hakushu producing single malts and blends of extraordinary elegance and complexity. Beyond whisky, Japan is also home to Asahi and Kirin — two of the world's most iconic beer brands — as well as the growing category of Japanese RTDs including Kirin Hyoketsu and other chu-hi style drinks. Explore our Japanese range at Bathirst Liquor — available in store at Greystanes, Prospect and Pendle Hill, or order online for delivery Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kura-the-whisky-sherry-cask-finish-700ml","title":"Kura The Whisky Sherry Cask Finish 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eKura The Whisky Sherry Cask Finish is a beautifully crafted Japanese whisky that showcases the elegance and precision of Japanese distilling tradition, elevated by the richness of Oloroso Sherry cask maturation. Kura is produced at the Helios Distillery in Okinawa, Japan — a distillery with deep roots in awamori, the traditional Okinawan spirit — and this expression represents their mastery of whisky craft applied with a distinctly Japanese sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sherry cask finish adds a layer of luxurious complexity to the whisky's already refined character. Deep amber in the glass, the nose is inviting and generous — dried fruits, dark chocolate and subtle warm spice intertwine with the gentle sweetness of Oloroso Sherry, creating an aromatic profile that is both rich and harmonious. The palate is exceptionally smooth, with the fruit and chocolate notes carrying beautifully through the mid-palate before giving way to a long, warming finish with lingering spice and a touch of oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA whisky for slow, contemplative sipping — best enjoyed neat or with a single drop of water to open up the Sherry cask character. An excellent choice for fans of Sherry-finished Scotch looking to explore the Japanese whisky category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whisky\"\u003eWhisky\u003c\/a\u003e or explore more from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japan\"\u003eJapanese Whisky\u003c\/a\u003e. Available for delivery or in-store pickup at Bathirst Liquor — Greystanes, Prospect \u0026amp; Pendle Hill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEnjoy responsibly. Visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.drinkwise.org.au\"\u003eDrinkWise.org.au\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kura","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottle","offer_id":42129720705213,"sku":"","price":190.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Six Bottle","offer_id":43450668056765,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3713\/9389\/files\/1000005534-KURA-SHERRY-1.png?v=1692169578"},{"product_id":"kura-single-malt-white-oak-12yo","title":"Kura Single Malt White Oak 12yo","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptionally hand crafted Okinawa Single Malt reserved in selected North American white oak casks for 12 years. 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Kura is made from best quality Indica with black Koji unique to Okinawa using traditional production methods of over 600 years of craftsmanship. Complex aroma and mellow taste bring whisky lovers to a different and new concept of true local Japanese Single Malt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kura","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottle","offer_id":42129723949245,"sku":"","price":220.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Six Bottle","offer_id":43450667368637,"sku":"","price":210.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3713\/9389\/files\/1000005534-KURA-8-1.png?v=1692169582"},{"product_id":"akashi-white-oak-blend-500ml","title":"Akashi White Oak Blend","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAkashi whiskey is the only whisky in the world that is made by a grand-master in the art of sake making by introducing sake-making methodologies into the whiskey making process. The pot stil used is smaller than those used by both Scottish and other Japanese distilleries, which in turn, decreases the levels of fusel alcohol. As a result, Akashi whiskey does not require as long of an aging process, while its core malt (cask strength) is smooth and delicate. Akashi White Oak is a blended whiskey reserved in Japanese Shochu cask (American Oak) for 3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akashi","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottle","offer_id":43450667303101,"sku":"","price":89.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Six Bottle","offer_id":43450667335869,"sku":"","price":86.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3713\/9389\/products\/s-l500.jpg?v=1664853010"},{"product_id":"akashi-white-oak-toji-blended-500ml","title":"Akashi White Oak Toji Blended","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAkashi whisky is the only whisky in the world that is made by a Toji (grand master in the art of sake making) by introducing sake-making methodologies into the whiskey making process. The pot stil used is smaller than those used by both Scottish and other Japanese distilleries, which in turn, decreases the levels of fusel alcohol. As a result, Akashi whiskey does not require as long of an ageing process, while its core malt (cask strength) is smooth and delicate. Akashi White Oak is a whiskey reserved in Japanese Shochu cask (American Oak) for 5 years, aged in ex-bourbon casks before finishing in ex-sherry casks for 2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akashi","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottle","offer_id":43450666680509,"sku":"","price":119.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Six Bottle","offer_id":43450666713277,"sku":"","price":114.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3713\/9389\/products\/white-oak-akashi-toji-blended-whisky-700ml.png?v=1664867001"},{"product_id":"suntory-ice-vodka","title":"Suntory Ice Vodka","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuntory Ice Vodka is a crisp, clean Japanese vodka from one of Asia's most iconic and celebrated distillers. Smooth and refreshing — perfect served straight, on the rocks or in your favourite cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vodka\"\u003eVodka\u003c\/a\u003e. Available for delivery or in-store pickup at Bathirst Liquor — Greystanes, Prospect \u0026amp; Pendle Hill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.drinkwise.org.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDrink Responsibly. 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