{"product_id":"kamiki-sakura-wood-blended-malt-whisky-50cl","title":"Kamiki Sakura Wood Blended Malt Whisky 50cl","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKamiki Sakura Wood Blended Malt Whisky: A Japanese Cask Finish Like No Other\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamiki is the first whisky brand in the world to finish its spirit in both Japanese cedar (Yoshino sugi) and sakura tree casks, and that distinction matters enormously in the glass. Produced in Japan and bottled at a robust 48% ABV, this 50cl expression is non chill-filtered, meaning nothing has been stripped away to make it look pretty at low temperatures. What you get is the full, uncompromised character of the whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story begins at Omiwa Shrine in Nara, one of Japan's oldest shrines and the spiritual protector of alcohol-producing families. The ancient Yoshino cedar forest surrounding it has supplied cask wood for centuries. Kamiki draws on that heritage directly, maturing the blend first in Japanese cedar casks, then finishing it in sakura tree casks to layer in a delicate wild cherry note. The result is a whisky with a warm amber colour, a scent of sandalwood on the nose, and a finish that carries a gentle zest of wild cherry. The palate is smooth and rounded, with none of the sharp edges you might expect at this strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are building a collection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-products\"\u003eJapanese products from the UK's best Asian grocery\u003c\/a\u003e, this bottle earns its place on the shelf. It is a genuine conversation piece, not a novelty, and it drinks well above its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Serve Kamiki Sakura Wood Whisky\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamiki is versatile enough to suit several styles of drinking. Neat, at room temperature, is the purest way to appreciate the cedar and sakura cask influence. Pour a small measure, let it sit for a minute, and the sandalwood aromatics will open up. A single large ice cube slows the dilution and keeps the nose intact while softening the spirit slightly for those who prefer a cooler serve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Japanese highball is the obvious pairing: two parts chilled sparkling water to one part Kamiki, poured over ice without stirring, garnished with a strip of lemon peel or a fresh cherry. It is a style that has taken hold in bars across the UK for good reason. The carbonation lifts the lighter floral notes and makes the whisky remarkably refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor something more considered, Kamiki works well in a simple whisky sour: 50ml Kamiki, 25ml fresh lemon juice, 12.5ml sugar syrup, shaken hard with ice and strained into a chilled glass. The sakura finish plays beautifully against the citrus. You can also serve it alongside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-noodles\"\u003eJapanese drinks and food pairings\u003c\/a\u003e for a full Japanese dining experience at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood pairings worth trying: smoked salmon, aged hard cheeses, dark chocolate with a high cocoa content, or a simple charcuterie board. The cedar note in the whisky has a natural affinity with anything lightly smoked or cured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Japanese Whisky from Asian Grocery UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsian Grocery UK stocks a broad range of authentic products sourced directly from East and South Asia, dispatched nationwide across the UK. Whether you are after \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drink\"\u003eAsian drinks delivered to your door\u003c\/a\u003e or specialist pantry ingredients, the range is built around genuine provenance rather than supermarket approximations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKamiki is stocked here because it represents exactly the kind of product that is difficult to find on a high street: a Japanese whisky with a documented cask heritage, a clear production story, and a flavour profile that rewards attention. Orders are packed carefully to protect glass bottles in transit, and the store ships to all UK mainland addresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are exploring Japanese spirits for the first time, Kamiki Sakura Wood is a strong starting point. If you already know your Japanese whisky, you will appreciate the non chill-filtered bottling and the 48% strength, both of which signal a producer that has not cut corners. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cold-drinks\"\u003ecold drinks and soft drinks range\u003c\/a\u003e for mixers and accompaniments, or explore the wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-snacks\"\u003eJapanese snacks collection\u003c\/a\u003e to build a complete Japanese tasting spread at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f0faf0; border-left: 4px solid #2e7d32; border-radius: 6px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #2e7d32; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .05em; font-size: 1em;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.7; word-break: break-word;\"\u003ePlease refer to product packaging for the full ingredients list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNutritional info not available. 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Contact the manufacturer for queries. This notice does not affect your legal rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kamiki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58400937771395,"sku":"KAMIKI-WHSKY-SAKURA-001","price":67.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/9445\/7136\/files\/WhatsApp_Image_2026-07-05_at_5.01.53_PM_2.jpg?v=1783255331","url":"https:\/\/asiangroceryuk.co.uk\/products\/kamiki-sakura-wood-blended-malt-whisky-50cl","provider":"Asian Online Superstore UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}