The name Shinobu (忍) comes from Japanese and means ‘patience’, ‘endurance’ or ‘perseverance’. This reflects the philosophy of the Shinobu Distillery, where artisanal precision, time and dedication play a major role in creating high-quality whisky.

Koshi-No (越の) refers to the historic region of Echigo (now Niigata), where the Shinobu Distillery is located. Niigata Prefecture is renowned for its pure water sources, its cold climate and its long tradition of sake and whisky production.

Taken together, ‘Koshi-No Shinobu’ therefore roughly translates as ‘The Patience of the Koshi Region (Echigo/Niigata)’, which refers to the long maturation period and the careful selection of casks in the whisky-making process.

This blended whisky is first matured in ex-bourbon and sherry casks before being finished in Mizunara oak casks. This rare and precious variety of Japanese oak imparts an unmistakable spiciness, delicate floral notes and exceptional depth to the whisky. The 43% ABV whisky impresses with a harmonious, smooth character that is perfectly balanced.

It is bottled without any artificial colourings.

Awards:

- SILVER at the World Whisky Awards 2022

- SILVER at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2021

- GOLD at the 76th Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America 2019

- GOLD at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2019

- GOLD at the International Whisky Competition 2019

- SILVER at the Bartender Spirits Awards