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Kyoto: Curated Japanese Whisky Tasting

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$98.57
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Guided Japanese whisky tasting in Kyoto run by an English-speaking certified whisky expert.

The tasting:
Enjoy a curated selection of 5 Japanese single malts in this friendly, interactive experience. Each tasting is limited to 4 participants, giving you plenty of opportunity to ask anything you want to know about Japanese whisky. Tastings last for approximately 90 minutes and are held at a small bar north of Nijo Station. It’s an area slightly off the normal tourist trail, but is easily accessible by public transport. A good opportunity to see a part of Kyoto you might not visit otherwise! Tastings are only held when the bar is closed, so there will be no random bar customers wandering through.

About me:
I’m half-Japanese, born and raised in Australia, but have called Kyoto home since 2012. I have a Whisky Expert qualification from the Japan Whisky Research Centre, and am just a general all-round whisky obsessive. Be warned, I can happily talk about whisky all day!
Kyoto: Curated Japanese Whisky Tasting
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Light snacks during the tasting (nuts, dried fruit etc)
  • 5 Japanese single malt whiskies plus a bonus dram (guided tasting)
  • Tasting notes and tips for choosing and buying Japanese whisky
  • Hosted by a certified whisky expert
  • Transportation to and from the venue is not included

Meeting point
Tastings are held at Bar 暮れ暮れ (Kuregure) on the 2nd floor. Watch your head on the stairs!
Return details
Tastings are held at Bar 暮れ暮れ (Kuregure) on the 2nd floor. Watch your head on the stairs!

You’ll begin with a brief introduction to Japanese whisky and how it developed, followed by a guided tasting of five Japanese single malt whiskies selected to highlight different distillery styles. Each whisky is introduced with context on its distillery and character, with time to taste, compare, and ask questions throughout. The session lasts around 90 minutes and takes place in a private indoor space, with light snacks available during the tasting.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Kyoto: Curated Japanese Whisky Tasting

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $98.57
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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