Matsui Shuzo Limited Partnership (hereinafter referred to as Kurayoshi Distillery, located in Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture) has achieved a remarkable milestone as their Matsui Whisky “Daisen Mizunara Cask” won a gold medal at the World Whiskies Awards 2025 held in the United Kingdom, marking their first entry into this prestigious competition.
“Daisen Mizunara Cask” is a whisky characterized by its oriental aroma and fruity sweetness, created through aging in Japan’s unique Mizunara oak barrels.
Despite being their first entry into a competition, its distinctive and profound flavor profile was highly acclaimed, achieving the remarkable feat of standing alongside the world’s renowned whiskies.
☆Gold Medal Winner at UK-Based Competition in the Home of Whisky
The “World Whiskies Awards (WWA)” is one of the most prestigious competitions in the whisky industry, held in London, United Kingdom.
Whiskies from around the world enter this competition and are judged through rigorous blind tasting (tasting without knowing the brand names).
The fact that “Daisen Mizunara Cask” proudly won the gold medal alongside renowned whiskies represents a globally significant achievement.
This award officially recognizes the quality and character of “Daisen Mizunara Cask” in the international whisky market.
☆Gold Medal-Winning Whisky Available at an Accessible Price
Generally, whiskies that win gold medals at international competitions tend to be in the high-price range, but “Daisen Mizunara Cask” is offered at an accessible price of 1,800 yen (excluding tax).
By delivering authentic flavors recognized in the home of whisky at a price range for everyday enjoyment, we aim to let more people experience the charm of Mizunara oak aging.
☆Rare Mizunara Oak Aging – Unique Aroma and Flavor
The greatest feature of “Daisen Mizunara Cask” is that it is aged in Japan’s distinctive Mizunara oak barrels.
Mizunara oak barrels are globally rare, and their appeal includes:
• Profound oriental aroma reminiscent of agarwood and sandalwood
• Fruity sweetness felt within the spiciness
• Unique smoothness and lingering finish born from long-term aging
These create an unparalleled aroma and flavor profile.
☆”Daisen Mizunara Highball” Launching in March!
To make this globally acclaimed whisky more accessible and casual to enjoy, we will launch “Daisen Mizunara Highball” in early March 2025.
Features of “Daisen Mizunara Highball”
• Luxuriously uses gold medal-winning whisky
• Distinctive floral aroma of Mizunara oak with a crisp drinking experience
• Well-balanced flavor that pairs perfectly with meals
• Canned format for easy enjoyment anywhere
“Daisen Mizunara Highball” is enjoyable for both whisky beginners and enthusiasts.
For relaxation time after work or alongside meals, you can enjoy a special highball experience.
For launch information, please check here:
https://matsuiwhisky.com/20250130press/
Additionally, Matsui Blended Whisky “Kurayoshi Sherry Cask 12 Years” and Matsui Whisky “Daisen Red Wine Cask” have received silver medals.
Encouraged by these awards, we will continue to pursue our commitment to quality and innovation, striving to deliver beloved brands to everyone. Please continue to look forward to our offerings.
■Award-Winning Products
★Gold Medal
Matsui Whisky “Daisen Mizunara Cask”
★Silver Medal
Matsui Blended Whisky “Kurayoshi Sherry Cask 12 Years”
Matsui Whisky “Daisen Red Wine Cask”
■Product Information
Matsui Whisky “Daisen Mizunara Cask”
Suggested retail price: ¥1,800 excluding tax (¥1,980 including tax)
Volume: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40%
Barrel type: Mizunara Cask
Ingredients: Malt・Grain
Aged spirits matured in Mizunara oak barrels, carefully finished with deep natural water from the majestic Mount Daisen.
Features oriental aromas reminiscent of agarwood and sandalwood, with subtle fruity sweetness within the spiciness.
Official EC site product page:
https://shop-matsuiwhisky.com/items/6678d1b3db24c4002da355bd
Development Philosophy Behind “Daisen Mizunara Cask”
■Balancing Price and Quality
Whiskies aged in extremely rare Mizunara oak barrels typically fall into high price ranges, but “Daisen Mizunara Cask” achieves high quality while keeping prices accessible for more people to enjoy.
■Utilizing Blending Techniques
We repeatedly refined the blend to bring out the distinctive aroma and flavor derived from Mizunara oak while creating an easy-to-drink, well-balanced finish.
“Daisen Mizunara Cask” was born through trial and error, committed to delivering the appeal of rare Mizunara oak barrels at an accessible price.
We want more people to discover the charm of “Daisen Mizunara Cask.”
We hope this whisky, born from such sentiments, will be beloved by many whisky fans.
Matsui Blended Whisky “Kurayoshi Sherry Cask 12 Years”
Suggested retail price: ¥8,000 excluding tax (¥8,800 including tax)
Volume: 700ml
Alcohol content: 43%
Ingredients: Malt・Grain
Features well-balanced citrus sweetness and acidity derived from sherry barrels.
Rich and aromatic lingering finish that cannot be experienced with short-term aging.
Official EC site product page:
https://shop-matsuiwhisky.com/items/653b1a3d8fb59e000182f983
Matsui Whisky “Daisen Red Wine Cask”
Suggested retail price: ¥1,800 excluding tax (¥1,980 including tax)
Volume: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40%
Barrel type: Red Wine
Ingredients: Malt・Grain
Aged spirits matured in wine barrels, carefully finished with deep natural water from the majestic Mount Daisen.
Features deep, rich aromas reminiscent of grapes and fruity, mellow flavors.
Official EC site product page:
https://shop-matsuiwhisky.com/items/653b1a3a8fb59e000182f957
■About Kurayoshi Distillery
Kurayoshi Distillery is located in Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture, and manufactures and sells distilled spirits including whisky.
Under the management philosophy of “bringing happiness to people through alcohol production,” we sell our “Matsui Whisky” brand with product names inspired by local areas such as “Kurayoshi,” “Tottori,” and “San’in” not only domestically in Japan but also in over 50 countries worldwide.
Never satisfied with the status quo, we predict distribution and sales 10, 20, and 30 years ahead, continuously creating new value for the world.
■Company Information
Matsui Shuzo Limited Partnership Kurayoshi Distillery
〒682-0934 656-1 Kamifurukawa, Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture
Official Website: https://matsuiwhisky.com
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Matsui Shuzo Limited Partnership
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