4+ The Whiskey Wash

The Takamine 8-year-old koji-fermented whisky from Honkaku Spirits is one of the best Japanese whiskies I have tasted. At the price point, you really can't go wrong with getting a bottle. The flavor is a beautiful melding of umami and delicate sweetness. The koji fermentation process really affects the whiskey's turnout and for the better. Play with it in a Japanese whisky flight, or even a highball.