
Crafted using long grain indica rice, the unique flavor profile of this whisky is born from black koji, a naturally cultivated yeast from Okinawa Island. The distillates are then encapsulated in charred bourbon barrels and matured for a remarkable 24 years, bringing cohesion to its complex flavors. The hot and humid island climate accelerates maturation, taking the Hayashi 24 Year whisky far beyond its age.





Artfully made
Cultivation
Drawing from Okinawa’s rich 500-year-old awamori tradition, the making of Hayashi whisky begins with the highest quality local pure indica rice. Unlike barley or other whisky-common grains, rice is not malted, but fermented with a native yeast, to produce Japanese whisky.
Fermentation
During fermentation, Hayashi master distillers introduce black koji, a naturally cultivated yeast with a composition of microbes found only on Okinawa island. The use of a natural starter culture creates a unique and complex flavor profile exclusive to the Ryukyu Islands.
Aging
Hayashi whisky is then artfully aged in ex-bourbon casks to acquire the perfect amount of warmth and woodiness. Throughout this process, it inherits the distinct characteristics of its surroundings, resulting in the distinct flavor profile that sets Okinawa whisky apart from the rest. The subtropical climate of Okinawa accelerates the aging process, giving the whisky the refinement, robustness, and complexity of much older whiskies.

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near you
Search for Hayashi’s placements in the states of California, New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts. Locations in more states to be catalogued soon.
