After far to many Highballs my Japanese whisky in Kansai guide Clint from Whiskies R Us, took me along to Bar Sharom Osaka. This is one of those religious experience bars. A virtual shrine to all things Nikka, my jaw dropped when I walked through the door. It wasn’t the number of bottles, though there were lots of them, it was the sheer quality and rarity of some of the stock. We only had 2 drams but it was the sort of stuff that belongs in the Pantheon of the gods of whisky. Not sure if it’s his usual practice but props to the owner for the volume of his pours which were around 45-50mls. Maybe he just felt sorry for us on spending so much on four drams. : )
Just a note that this was not one of those official Nikka bars but privately owned by a Nikka enthusiast. For directions to the bar please contact Clint from Whiskies R Us.
Tasted:
Yoichi Genshu Malt Sherry Cask #203634 25YO 54%
Yoichi Single Cask 1990-2001 10YO #223639 Warehouse No.2 62%
Wow, this certainly looks like a very enticing bar! No wonder the two of you had a good time there, even after many a highball…
Unfortunately the effects of the highballs kicked in the next day for both of us Pierre. Always seems like a good idea at the time : )
But yes, if you are ever in Osaka that bar is a must.
Yet again another great experience with great company – cheers. Certainly a Nikka shrine so hardcore fans would want to visit here. Thanks for your kind offerings Brian.