You’ve kept us waiting too long, Mac! Glad you’re back. Loved the video. Tetsu sounds like a very intelligent, knowledgeable and passionate person. He has experience with a range of different beverage types, access to his own casks and locally sourced barley, and seems to be very intuitive about what casks to consider using and how the conditions might affect the maturation process. He doesn’t seem interested in rushing the process or about making big profits - it seems to be more about making the best product he can. I’ll definitely be interested in trying one of their whiskies if I can get my hands on them in the coming years. I mean they must have some decent potential if Mac is willing to invest in a cask 😉 Can we also please show some love to Mac and his camera person for the absolute stunning scenic shots at the beginning and end of the video. What a beautiful and awesome location for a winery and distillery - that sunset would never get old! Also, who else has a bomb shelter to keep their casks maturing in?! So damn cool!
Hey Roy! First off, thank you for your patience and for the warm welcome back - it's great to be sharing long-form video content with you all again. I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed our deep dive into Maoi Distillery. Tetsu indeed brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to his craft; he's exactly the kind of visionary I love to spotlight. And yes, the potential there is as palpable as the passion, so keep an eye out for their whiskies! Major appreciation for the shout-out to our visual efforts too! Capturing the beauty of the distillery's setting was as rewarding as savoring their spirits. That sunset is truly a sight to behold, and the bomb shelter cask storage? Unquestionably unique! Stick around for more adventures - I promise I won't keep you waiting as long for the next one. Until next time, Kanpai!
This is great to see and learn about. I work part time in a whisky bar in Susukino and while we have Maoi's new makes, I haven't had a chance to visit. I still hope to one day but in the meantime thanks for highlighting it!
Bought a cask today after chatting with them on the phone. Will also give me a great reason to go back up to Hokkaido again in the summer on my motorbike. Happy days
Got a very nice call from Mr. Murata and maybe meet up sometime soon in Tokyo for a chinwag. I am a butler in my spare time so lots to talk about….been here 34 years now !
Fantastic to see you again Mac. Very informative. I hope the distillery succeeds he shows a lot of passion and enthusiasm. I was thinking about you and your channel when I tried my first Yuza cask strength single malt from 2022 and a dram of Kanosuke single malt at a bar on the weekend. Have you had these?
Very interesting video Mac, always fun to learn about new distilleries. Makes sense for them to age in smaller casks with near 0% loss. Congrats on your cask and thank you for this video 🥃
Fascinating ! Good luck to this distillery & congrats Mac for sensing it early enough to want to own a cask from them, sounds like a safe bet....Kanpaï ! 👏👍🥃
I did wonder if anyone would pick up on that throwaway comment from Tetsu! I always knew it, but now I know for sure you are paying attention to every word!
yep and very first visit too that must makes you feel both special & super excited for the result in say 5 years from now@@KanpaiPlanet kinda no rush production "alla Daftmill" (ok 11/12 years bit too much maybe) or say regarding the 5/6 years like Isle of Harris or Ardnamurchan...
hi again Mac@@KanpaiPlanet forgot to say that among other places in the world where whisky is matured or just stored in ex-bunkers, there is one in France regarding the Moon Harbour brand, a distillery located near Bordeaux...(ok not my favorite one, so I've no whisky from them except samples, but...) 😉
Very interesting. I guess they will know soon if the zero angels share is a benefit. Normally a net loss is required to force interaction with the wood and its driven by a temperature difference over time. You may as well be dropping the wood from a barrel into a refrigerated stainless tank. At that point its flavouring, not aging.
You’ve kept us waiting too long, Mac! Glad you’re back.
Loved the video. Tetsu sounds like a very intelligent, knowledgeable and passionate person. He has experience with a range of different beverage types, access to his own casks and locally sourced barley, and seems to be very intuitive about what casks to consider using and how the conditions might affect the maturation process. He doesn’t seem interested in rushing the process or about making big profits - it seems to be more about making the best product he can. I’ll definitely be interested in trying one of their whiskies if I can get my hands on them in the coming years. I mean they must have some decent potential if Mac is willing to invest in a cask 😉
Can we also please show some love to Mac and his camera person for the absolute stunning scenic shots at the beginning and end of the video. What a beautiful and awesome location for a winery and distillery - that sunset would never get old! Also, who else has a bomb shelter to keep their casks maturing in?! So damn cool!
Hey Roy! First off, thank you for your patience and for the warm welcome back - it's great to be sharing long-form video content with you all again.
I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed our deep dive into Maoi Distillery. Tetsu indeed brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to his craft; he's exactly the kind of visionary I love to spotlight. And yes, the potential there is as palpable as the passion, so keep an eye out for their whiskies!
Major appreciation for the shout-out to our visual efforts too! Capturing the beauty of the distillery's setting was as rewarding as savoring their spirits. That sunset is truly a sight to behold, and the bomb shelter cask storage? Unquestionably unique!
Stick around for more adventures - I promise I won't keep you waiting as long for the next one. Until next time, Kanpai!
This is great to see and learn about. I work part time in a whisky bar in Susukino and while we have Maoi's new makes, I haven't had a chance to visit. I still hope to one day but in the meantime thanks for highlighting it!
He’s back! Woo hoo! New Kanpai Planet
It's good to be back! Kanpai! 🥃🥃🥃
Bought a cask today after chatting with them on the phone. Will also give me a great reason to go back up to Hokkaido again in the summer on my motorbike. Happy days
Got a very nice call from Mr. Murata and maybe meet up sometime soon in Tokyo for a chinwag. I am a butler in my spare time so lots to talk about….been here 34 years now !
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Thank you for this video! I always feel like I learn something when I watch one of your videos.
Great video Mac, as ever. Look forward to seeing more of Maoi as they establish themselves.
There's more to come from both Maoi and Kanpai Planet. Stay tuned!
Great video! A very beautiful place and, Mr. Tetsu Murata is also so fantastic person.
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Fantastic to see you again Mac. Very informative. I hope the distillery succeeds he shows a lot of passion and enthusiasm.
I was thinking about you and your channel when I tried my first Yuza cask strength single malt from 2022 and a dram of Kanosuke single malt at a bar on the weekend. Have you had these?
Another reason for new to visit Hokkaido this summer!
As if we needed more! Thanks for watching and commenting! 🥃🥃🥃
Amazing video and great story. Yet another place to visit on our next visit. Keep the great content coming!!!!
Definitely a great excuse to go to Hokkaido! Kanpai! 🥃🥃🥃
Very interesting video Mac, always fun to learn about new distilleries. Makes sense for them to age in smaller casks with near 0% loss. Congrats on your cask and thank you for this video 🥃
Thank you for watching. These guys will be releasing good stuff when the time comes. By leanring about them now, you got in on the ground floor!
Really enjoyed this Mac! Never thought about the location different in the barley. Cheers.
Glad you enjoyed it. Definitely a thought-provoking one for whisky fans! Kanpai 🥃🥃🥃
Thanks for sharing Mac
Informatie and enjoyable as usual.
Slàinte mhath / Kanpai
Thanks for watching and commenting. Glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers, and Kanpai! 🥃🥃🥃
Fantastic video, Mac! And what a fantastic location! I’d love to try ex-sake casks ones in the future.
Let's hope they go down that route! I also think it could work out well. If not full ageing, at least a finish. Kanpai!
Great video Mac!
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Fascinating ! Good luck to this distillery & congrats Mac for sensing it early enough to want to own a cask from them, sounds like a safe bet....Kanpaï ! 👏👍🥃
I did wonder if anyone would pick up on that throwaway comment from Tetsu! I always knew it, but now I know for sure you are paying attention to every word!
yep and very first visit too that must makes you feel both special & super excited for the result in say 5 years from now@@KanpaiPlanet kinda no rush production "alla Daftmill" (ok 11/12 years bit too much maybe) or say regarding the 5/6 years like Isle of Harris or Ardnamurchan...
Indeed! We will have to see. No rush on my side. I am excited to see what comes out... but the new make bodes very well!
hi again Mac@@KanpaiPlanet forgot to say that among other places in the world where whisky is matured or just stored in ex-bunkers, there is one in France regarding the Moon Harbour brand, a distillery located near Bordeaux...(ok not my favorite one, so I've no whisky from them except samples, but...) 😉
Didn't know about Moon Harbour! Thanks for the info!
Very cool video my friend.
Thank you sir! Hope all is well with you
Very educational!!! What a beautiful place!!❤
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Longtime no seen Mac 😊
It's good to be back! 🥃🥃🥃
I wish to visit Hokkaido. One of the reasons is the views.
Such a beautiful place. Hope you make it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Very interesting. I guess they will know soon if the zero angels share is a benefit. Normally a net loss is required to force interaction with the wood and its driven by a temperature difference over time.
You may as well be dropping the wood from a barrel into a refrigerated stainless tank. At that point its flavouring, not aging.
There is temperature differential, but the enviorment is very humid. Let's see what happens over time!
I would be very interested to see a Guinness cask used.
Here he is👍🏽
It's good to be back! KANPAI! 🥃
UK malt or Hokkaido ? Interested in a cask.@@KanpaiPlanet
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Classic winery location of escarpment overlooking plain, could be burgundy or Alsace at a glance
It's a beautiful location for sure. Rivals some of the most famous in the world.
The Only thing I'm upset about is having to wait 4 to 5 years to try it🤣🥃
Indeed! But lots to look forward to in the meantime!