Japanese Whiskey
Yamazaki may be the first Whisky house that comes to mind when one thinks of Japanese whisky. The famous, much sought after line up include Yamazaki, Hibiki, Nikka. Yamazaki alone have a few in their range, from Yamazaki single malt Distiller’s reserve, 12 year old, 18 year old, and we have them all at So Restaurant!
Japan is counted as one of the great whisky producing countries, listed alongside Ireland, Scotland, America, and Canada.
There are heavy aromatic types that are similar in nature to Scotch whisky, and others that are easy drinking, light, dry and designed to be enjoyed with food. Japanese whisky is very attractive in that it offers great variation.
The founder of Nikka whisky, Masataka Taketsuru, introduced the Scottish whisky manufacturing method to Japan, hence the similarities of Japanese whisky to Scotch whisky.
SUNTORY TOKI WHISKY
Smooth, sweetness of honey, subtle smokiness and slight spicy finish | ABV 43%
9 | 152
SUNTORY YAMAZAKI DISTILLERS RESERVE
Rich nose of raspberry, vanilla, delicate taste of blossoms, cedar wood, red fruits | ABV 43%
15 | 286
SUNTORY YAMAZAKI 12 YEAR OLD
Good body with nut oils and zest, floral citrus character with tropical fruit and rooty note. Smooth palate with sweetness and winter spice, a little rum | ABV 43%
24 | 388
SUNTORY YAMAZAKI 18 YEAR OLD
Multi layered single malt whisky, fruit and Mizunara aromas Extremely smooth, with great complexity and lovely balance of rich fruit, silky malt and a touch of smoke. Long, spicy and smooth finish | ABV 43%
single 60
SUNTORY HIBIKI WHISKY MASTER’S SELECT Harmonious meticulous blend of malt and grain whiskies, a full orchestra of flavour & aroma with sherry notes | ABV 43%
single 44
NIKKA COFFEY MALT WHISKY
Robust and spicy blend with lemon and orange notes. Dense mouthfeel and richly textured. Distilled in a Coffey still normally used for grain whisky production | ABV 45%
single 17
NIKKA WHISKY FROM BARREL
An award-winning blend of single malt and grain whisky from Miyagikyo and Yoichi distilleries, married in a huge variety of casks including bourbon and sherry barrels. Stunning depth of flavour | ABV 51.4%
9 | 500ml bottle 99
TOGOUCHI PREMIUM
Peaty chocolatey Japanese blend with Scottish heritage. The grain whisky sweetens the malt, resulting in a powerful, well-balanced blend | ABV 40%
12 | 216
SHOCHU
SWEET POTATO 芋焼酎
KURO KIRISHIMA, KAGOSHIMA 黒霧島
Fruity and smooth, crisp aftertaste, smoky notes | ABV 25%
Glass 50ml | Bottle 900ml
9 | 87
BARLEY 麦焼酎
IICHIKO, OOITA いいちこ
Smooth, light, refreshing, glorious umami, aroma | ABV 25%
Glass 50ml | Bottle 700ml
9 | 85
High ball in Japan
The high ball in Japan is such a popular drink, it is synonymous with whisky and soda.
Initially, the most common highball was made with Scotch whisky and sparkling water, known simply as a scotch and soda. Technically, the high ball is a mixed alcoholic drink made with a base spirit and usually a carbonated soft drink. The famous gin and tonic, screwdriver (vodka and orange juice), Tom Collins (gin, sugar, lemon, and carbonated water), rum and coke, are all examples of a type of high ball.
Some years ago, the Suntory restaurant franchise that include the music, event, bar, restaurant venue NOS, introduced the Hakushu single malt Japanese whisky with soda. It was an instant hit and many restaurants and cafes started to ride the trend, offering their own versions, oftentimes with an addition of lime, mint, and other refreshing herbs to provide some cool in the sweltering Japanese summer.
Enjoy Japanese whisky near Liverpool street station in London
We are located a convenient walk from the below three train and underground stations;
10 minute walk from Liverpool street station
Circle Line, Central Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Elizabeth Line
3 minute walk from Aldgate
Circle Line, Metropolitan Line
3 minute walk from Aldgate East, Tower hamlets
Hammersmith and City Line, District Line
It is an easy connection on the Elizabeth line from Tottenham court station to pop around after shopping or before a visit to the theatre or some London sights like the British museum.
There are many hotels around the area so it is very convenient if you would like to plan a trip to central London around an event.
Most events are usually held on a Friday or Saturday. So Restaurant is closed Sunday and Monday
