{"id":2871,"date":"2023-03-17T12:30:21","date_gmt":"2023-03-17T11:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/?p=2871"},"modified":"2026-02-12T16:14:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T15:14:31","slug":"japanese-whisky-cocktails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/trends\/japanese-whisky-cocktails\/","title":{"rendered":"Kanpai! 12 Japanese Whisky Cocktails to Master"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Even though Japan is more famous for its shochu and sake, it&#8217;s become one of the world&#8217;s best whisky producers over the last few years. So, it stands to reason that there&#8217;s a whole world of <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japanese whisky cocktails<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> waiting to be discovered. Excited yet? So are we! <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As most of you will know, rules are big in Japan, and when it comes to drinking, it&#8217;s no different. Rule number one? Never drink alone. Rule number two, wait for all your friends to have their drinks in front of them before touching yours. And lastly, someone has to say &#8220;kanpai!&#8221; before you&#8217;re allowed to take your first sip. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ready? Invite your friends over and try your hand at mixing up a few of these classic Japanese drinks.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>1. Japanese Highball<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2874 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Refreshing Japanese whiskey cocktail in highball\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This is a great place to start if you\u2019ve never tasted Japanese whisky. The Japanese Highball is a simple 2-ingredient cocktail that mixes whisky with sparkling water. This tall, bubbly drink is refreshing and has a low ABV, making it the perfect serve for garden parties and picnics.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>2. Japanese Sour<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2875\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese Whiskey Sour Cocktail\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2877\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-380x280.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-420x230.jpg 420w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-870x640.jpg 870w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2877 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese Whiskey Sour cocktail\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Smoky, sour, smooth, and seductively frothy on top, the Japanese Sour is a spin-off of the classic <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/whiskey-sour\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Whiskey Sour<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. While the smoky whisky no doubt shines in these <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japanese whisky drinks<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, the addition of the other ingredients makes this cocktail a total showstopper. Fresh lemon and yuzu (or lime), Japanese kuromitsu (black sugar syrup) add a warm caramel tone, bitters cut through the sweetness, and egg white adds volume and a foamy texture on top. This Insta-worthy cocktail will be a hit at your next dinner party, so if you\u2019re looking for something exceptional, this is it.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>3. Japanese Old Fashioned<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2878\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-380x280.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-420x230.jpg 420w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-870x640.jpg 870w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Old-Fashioned_Canva_-Nirian-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8728 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Two Japanese Old Fashioned cocktails served with beef sliders\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/old-fashioned-cocktail\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Old Fashioned<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is another one of those classic cocktails that makes an excellent canvas for different flavour variations. To make this version, you\u2019re going to replace the bourbon with Japanese whisky and replace the simple syrup with ginger-infused black sugar syrup. The rest of the ingredients are as you\u2019d expect, with a few dashes of bitters and a classic orange peel twist for garnish. Oh, and don\u2019t let black sugar syrup put you off trying any of our Japanese cocktails! You can easily make your own using molasses or treacle sugar instead. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>4.Strawberry Samurai<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2879\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-380x280.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-420x230.jpg 420w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-870x640.jpg 870w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Strawberry-Sumurai_Canva_HansvanderVeen-1-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8726 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Strawberry-Samurai_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Three Strawberry Samurai Japanese Cocktails with strawberry garnish\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Strawberry-Samurai_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Strawberry-Samurai_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Strawberry-Samurai_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Strawberry-Samurai_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Strawberry-Samurai_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Strawberry-Samurai_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Strawberry-Samurai_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Strawberry Samurai is one of those <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japanese whisky drinks<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> that\u2019s an acquired taste. This spirit-froward cocktail is made with strawberry syrup, rice vinegar and cardamom bitters. If you\u2019re looking for something a little different, serve these to impress.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>5. Japanese Americano<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2908 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Toki Americano cocktail with whiskey decanter\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japan comes to hang out in Italy&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/learn\/aperitivo-hour\/\">aperitivo hour<\/a> in one of our favourite new drinks. This stir-and-strain drink is a spin-off of Italy&#8217;s famous Americano cocktail and is a beautiful balance of bittersweet and savoury flavours. A Japanese Americano combines Italian liqueur, Japanese whisky, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/trends\/cynar-cocktails\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cynar<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014a bittersweet and refreshing artichoke liqueur.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you love an interesting twist as much as we do, give this one a go. It&#8217;s magic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>6. Black Ship<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2909 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Black Ship Japanese whiskey cocktails with snacks\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This intriguing cocktail is fruity and full-bodied and pays homage to Japan\u2019s whisky history. The story goes that in 1853 commodore Matthew Perry arrived at Edo harbour on big black ships. But he didn\u2019t come alone. He arrived with a few barrels of whisky and presented the Emperor with America\u2019s best tipple. This was Japan\u2019s first taste of whisky, and two decades later, they started importing it into the country. Then, in the 1920s, Japan began to make its own, and the rest is history. Cheers, Matt!\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To make the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japanese whisky cocktail<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0stir together pomegranate juice, port and lemon juice, and ice, then strain it into a chilled martini glass and add a lemon peel twist as garnish. Sophisticated, simple and very sippable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>7. Tokyo Sidecar<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2910 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Tokyo Sidecar cocktail in coupe\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandmarnier.com\/our-cocktails\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Grand Marnier<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, Japanese whisky and yuzu juice come together to create an Asian-inspired Sidecar cocktail. Cognac gets replaced with whisky, and lemon juice is replaced with yuzu juice\u2014but lime will do just fine. Shaken and strained into a chilled coupe, this bright cocktail will delight your guests. Best served icy cold, just before dinner.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>8. Japanese Whisky Smash<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2911 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Refreshing Japanese Whiskey Smash cocktails with mint garnish\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Whisky Smash came onto the cocktail scene yonks back, and this is a Japanese spin-off of the American classic. This muddled zesty drink is all lemon, which you\u2019ll be muddling straight in the glass, along with fresh mint and simple syrup. Add some Japanese whisky, and if you want to spritz it up, add some sparkling water.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Simple to make with smashing citrus notes, this refreshing drink can be served all summer long. And believe us, you\u2019ll want to.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>9. The Red Akuma<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2912 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Refreshing Japanese whiskey and blood orange cocktails\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This one is for the adventurous drinker looking for a J<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">apanese whisky drink<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> with a spicy edge. If you love a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/spicy-margarita-recipe\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Spicy Margarita<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, then the Red Akuma will be right up your <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">matchi<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">. To make this burst of flavour, combine Japanese whisky, agave, blood orange juice and chopped jalapenos in a cocktail shaker. Give it a good shake for at least 30 seconds, and strain it into ice-filled rocks glasses. Pair it with platters of sushi and tempura if you\u2019re hosting a cocktail evening with friends.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>10. Matcha Highball<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2913 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Matcha-Highball_Canva_Foxys_forest_manufacture-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Green Matcha and Japanese whiskey drinks\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Matcha-Highball_Canva_Foxys_forest_manufacture-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Matcha-Highball_Canva_Foxys_forest_manufacture-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Matcha-Highball_Canva_Foxys_forest_manufacture-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Matcha-Highball_Canva_Foxys_forest_manufacture-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Matcha-Highball_Canva_Foxys_forest_manufacture-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Matcha-Highball_Canva_Foxys_forest_manufacture-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Matcha-Highball_Canva_Foxys_forest_manufacture.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you love the taste of Matcha green tea, then these <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">cocktails with Japanese whisky<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> will surely satisfy. To make a summer-inspired Matcha highball, you\u2019ll need Japanese whisky, fresh lemon, honey syrup, matcha green tea powder and sparkling water. The neutral taste of green tea means that the whisky is the star of this cocktail, which is precisely what you want. Great for summertime picnics and easy to make into a pitcher.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>11. The Beast<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8729 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"The Beast Japanese Whisky cocktail with muddled cherries in bottom of glass, served with a plate of sushi\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This bubbly beast is best-served in the summertime and is easy to convert to pitcher size to please the crowd. The Beast is built straight in the glass: sugar, citrus, cherries, and grenadine are added to a highball glass and muddled. This fruity mixture is given some Japanese whisky love and then topped with a splash of ginger ale or club soda. We suggest converting these <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japanese whisky drinks<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to pitcher size for BBQ season. A real refreshing crowd pleaser!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>12. Yuzu Whisky Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8727 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Two Yuzu Sour Japanese whisky cocktails served with a plate of grilled prawns\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bright, tart and fragrant, the Yuzu Whisky Sour is a lovely twist on the timeless classic. To make this cocktail, follow our original <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/recipes\/whiskey-sour\/\">Whiskey Sour recipe<\/a>, but replace the lemon juice with yuzu, the bourbon with good quality Japanese whisky, garnish with a yuzu peel instead of an orange slice, and you\u2019re good to go!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s not just Japanese whisky cocktails that are making waves across the globe. Japanese cocktails and the art of making them is a hot topic right now, so <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-uk\/trends\/japanese-cocktail\/\">learn more about it<\/a> if you want to get in on the scene.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Even though Japan is more famous for its shochu and sake, it&#8217;s become one of the world&#8217;s best whisky producers over the last few years. So, it stands to reason that there&#8217;s a whole world of Japanese whisky cocktails waiting to be discovered. Excited yet? 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