{"id":3221,"date":"2023-03-17T14:00:34","date_gmt":"2023-03-17T18:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/?p=3221"},"modified":"2026-02-12T11:21:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T15:21:15","slug":"japanese-whisky-cocktails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/trends\/japanese-whisky-cocktails\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Must-Try Japanese Whisky Cocktails for Every Occasion"},"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;335559738&quot;:240,&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.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/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 <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japanese whisky drinks.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>1. Japanese Highball<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3222 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese whiskey and soda cocktails on ice\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Highball_Canva_bhofack2-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/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 barbecues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>2. Japanese Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3223 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese Whiskey Sour with orange and rosemary garnish\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_pixelshot-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/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><span data-contrast=\"none\">Whiskey Sour<\/span><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) and Japanese <em>kuromitsu<\/em> (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.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>3. Nail in the Coffin<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3226 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nail-in-the-Coffin_Canva_-AlexPro9500-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Nail in the Coffin Japanese Whiskey cocktail\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nail-in-the-Coffin_Canva_-AlexPro9500-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nail-in-the-Coffin_Canva_-AlexPro9500-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nail-in-the-Coffin_Canva_-AlexPro9500-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nail-in-the-Coffin_Canva_-AlexPro9500-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nail-in-the-Coffin_Canva_-AlexPro9500-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nail-in-the-Coffin_Canva_-AlexPro9500-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nail-in-the-Coffin_Canva_-AlexPro9500.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve just finished a spectacular dinner with friends, this is the cocktail you\u2019ll want to serve for an impressive and sophisticated end to the evening. The oddly-named Nail in the Coffin is made with Japanese whisky, Portuguese wine, and a vanilla-forward citrusy Spanish liqueur. The result is out of this world!<\/p>\n<h2>4. Nippon<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3225 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nippon_Canva_-Kondor83-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Nippon cocktail with lemon peel garnish \" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nippon_Canva_-Kondor83-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nippon_Canva_-Kondor83-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nippon_Canva_-Kondor83-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nippon_Canva_-Kondor83-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nippon_Canva_-Kondor83-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nippon_Canva_-Kondor83-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Nippon_Canva_-Kondor83.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This simple <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/3-ingredient-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">3-ingredient cocktail<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is another after-dinner delight and was created by an Italian bartender. Smoky, gingery, and very smooth, these classic <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japanese whisky cocktails<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> are easy to master.\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\">Stir together Japanese whisky, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cinzano.com\/int\/en\/vermouth\/aperitif-classics\/rosso\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cinzano Rosso<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, and ginger liqueur with ice. Strain into a chilled glass and finish it with an elegant lemongrass knot garnish. This cocktail is absolute perfection for a special night in.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>5. Japanese Americano<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3224 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Toki Americano cocktail and whiskey decanter \" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Canva_Trevor-Baca-Adams.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Japan comes to hang out in Italy&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/aperitivo-hour\/\">aperitivo hour<\/a> in one of our favorite new drinks. This stir-and-strain drink is a spin-off of Italy&#8217;s famous Americano cocktail. It is a beautiful balance of bittersweet and savory flavors. A Japanese Americano combines Italian liqueur, Japanese whisky, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/trends\/cynar-cocktails\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cynar<\/a>\u2014a refreshing artichoke liqueur. If you love an interesting twist as much as we do, give this one a go. It&#8217;s magic.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Black Ship<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3227 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Black Ship cocktail served on the rocks with lemon and olive garnish\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Black-Ship_Canva_-martiapunts-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/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, full-bodied, and pays homage to Japan\u2019s whisky history. The story goes that in 1853 commodore Matthew Perry arrived at Edo harbor on big black ships. But he didn\u2019t arrive alone. He came 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, they started making their own, and the rest is history. Cheers, Matt!\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\">To make the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japanese whisky cocktails<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> stir 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-3228 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Tokyo sidecar cocktail\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Tokyo-Sidecar_Canva_bhofack2-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/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 combine to create an Asian-inspired <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/sidecar-cocktail-recipe\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sidecar<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>8. Whisky Smash<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3229 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Refreshing Japanese Whiskey Smash cocktails with chipped ice, lemon and mint\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Whiskey-Smash_Canva_bhofack2-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/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 <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Whisky Smash<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> 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, by the way, you\u2019ll be muddling straight in the glass, along with fresh mint and simple syrup. Add to that some Japanese whisky, and if you want to spritz it up, add some sparkling water. <\/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.<\/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-3230 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Spicy Red Akuma Blood Orange cocktails\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/66.-Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Red-Akuma_Canva_NatashaBreen-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/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 <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Japanese whisky drink<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> with a spicy edge. If you love a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/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 flavor, combine Japanese whisky, agave, blood orange juice, and chopped jalape\u00f1os 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.<\/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>10. The Beast<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10090 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"The Beast cocktail served in a highball glass garnished with an orange wheel and with muddled cherries in the bottom of the glass, served with a plate of sushi\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_The-Beast_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard.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>11. Japanese Old Fashioned<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10093 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/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-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Japanese-Old-Fashioned_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\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>12. Yuzu Whisky Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10092 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Two Yuzu Whisky Sour cocktails served with a plate of grilled prawns\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/03\/Japanese-Whiskey-Cocktails_Optimisation_Yuzu-Sour_MidjourneyGP_HelenaLombard-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/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. Making this cocktail is easy, but finding Asian yuzu in the US will take a bit of dedication as it\u2019s illegal to import it into America.The best place to find it? In California if you want it fresh, or you can buy yuzu juice online. To make this cocktail, follow our original Whiskey Sour recipe, 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-us\/trends\/japanese-cocktail\/\">learn more about it<\/a> if you want to get in on the scene.<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\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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