{"product_id":"chivas-mizunara-whisky","title":"Chivas Mizunara Whisky","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eChivas Regal is a blended Scotch whisky brand produced by Chivas Brothers (a Pernod Ricard company). The brand began in the early 20th century and over time introduced multiple variants and limited editions. “Mizunara” is one of Chivas Regal’s more recent efforts, marrying Scotch whisky tradition with Japanese oak finishing.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Distiller and Production Philosophy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eUnder master blender Sandy Hyslop, Chivas crafts Mizunara by selectively finishing part of its blend in Mizunara oak casks. The philosophy is to bring subtle aromatic complexity—floral, spice, wood character—from the rare Japanese oak without overwhelming the Scotch house style.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSource of Ingredients (Grain, Water, Yeast)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAs a blended Scotch, Chivas Regal Mizunara comprises malt whiskies and grain whiskies from various Scottish distilleries. These components use malted barley (for the malt portion) and typical Scotch grain sources. Water and yeast sources are those standard to the conurbations of Chivas \/ Chivas Brothers blended production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMalt components originate from copper pot still distillation at their respective distilleries, while grain components come from column stills. After maturation and blending, the blend is finished in Mizunara casks for the aromatic overlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation \u0026amp; Cask Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe whisky is matured in standard Scotch casks (bourbon, ex-oak, etc.), then a portion of the blended whisky is \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efinished in Japanese Mizunara oak casks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Mizunara oak is rare, porous, and imparts distinctive aromatic notes (spice, sandalwood, incense).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Rich and fruity, with pear and orange perfume over hints of floral spice courtesy of the Mizunara finish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Smooth, rich, with honeyed sweetness, hazelnut and delicate wood spice. The Mizunara influence brings a whisper of aromatic spice.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Distinctive and slightly spicy, with lingering wood and a soft warmth.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs well with mild cheeses, grilled seafood or shellfish, light poultry, fruit tarts (pear, apple), and desserts that emphasize almond, honey, or gentle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Suggestions and Ideal Glassware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe neat or with a few drops of water to unlock aromatics. Use a Glencairn or tulip whisky glass to concentrate aromas. Ideal drinking temperature ~16–18 °C (slightly below room).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOnce bottled, it is fully matured and stable; not intended for further wood aging. Store upright in a cool, dark, steady environment (~15–20 °C). After opening, consume within 1–2 years to maintain aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain Type \u0026amp; Mash Bill (if applicable)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBlended Scotch (malt + grain component)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e40 %\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pernod Ricard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922262016214,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/ChivasMizunaraWhisky.png?v=1773667809","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/chivas-mizunara-whisky","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}