![]() The subtle exterior hides what’s happening inside. The building is distinguishable only by its red-hued logo, the company’s name positioned next to its Japanese cherub-looking ambassador. Marketing manager and miso master Toru Kuraishi led a tour at the Marukome U.S.A. Distilled beverages including sake and Kikori rice whiskey also harness koji.ĪLSO SEE: Recipe: How to use koji to make an Old-Fashioned It’s a key component to making miso, and other fermented condiments such as soy sauce and rice vinegar. and most people consume koji without even realizing it. In the past decade, it’s made headway in the U.S. Koji is an ancient Japanese superfood that most people have never heard of. Real local, down the street, local,” he said with a laugh. “I’m going to make a lima bean miso, so I can experiment with them for spring. He’s asked the Segerstroms for access to some of their lima beans that grow down the street. “I was using it to add umami and tenderize my duck breasts,” said Populaire’s chef, Nick Weber. The menu skews French-inspired new American. It was especially interesting since Weber’s food isn’t Japanese. She wanted to learn more about how he was using koji in his cooking. It’s been available to American consumers for nearly a decade but most people are still unfamiliar with it.Īfter seeing koji listed on Populaire’s menu, Takeuchi asked to meet the chef. In addition to miso, Marukome produces different lines of koji for chefs and homecooks. In 2007, Marukome opened its stateside headquarters in Irvine. It’s also Japan’s number one miso company. She works in marketing and business development at Marukome U.S.A., which was founded in Nagano, Japan in 1854. Koji is one of the key ingredients in making miso. Listed underneath the duck dish description was the word: koji. She saw a menu posted on the marquee at Populaire Modern Bistro. Iwai-san, a Japanese whisky distiller known for his soft spirit and harmonious flavor profile, would be proud of this blend of malt drink.One day, Ayumi Takeuchi strolled into South Coast Plaza and inspiration struck. This Japanese blended whisky is distilled at Japan's highest distillery, Mars Shinshu Distillery. Pine nuts lead into a long finish that's smooth yet complex. The notes are malty and citrusy with scents of black cherry, toffee, and oak from being made using wheat barley rye with subtle peat. White Oak Akashi is an excellent example of how the Japanese have their unique style and taste profile for this spirit. Japanese whisky isn't just a Japanese take on scotch. It is made through a unique process that combines traditional Japanese sake-making methodologies with Scotland to produce an exquisite drink that genuinely celebrates diversity and culture.Īkashi White Oak is a blended whisky aged for more than five years in three different types of casks - three years in American oak barrels, then to ex-bourbon casks, and finally finishes in ex-sherry casks for two years. ![]() Akashi White Oak Japanese Blended WhiskyĪnother best Japanese whisky is Akashi White Oak, the world's only whisky made by a Toji, Japan's master of sake making. Advertise With Us Toggle submenu Advertise With Usīest for Sipping Neat - Hibiki 17-Year-Old Japanese Whisky.Cocktails & Recipes All collections (6).Gifts by Occasion Toggle submenu Gifts by Occasion.Gifts by Recipient Toggle submenu Gifts by Recipient.Gifts by Price Toggle submenu Gifts by Price.Whiskey Accessories Toggle submenu Whiskey Accessories.Wine Accessories Toggle submenu Wine Accessories.Party Supplies Toggle submenu Party Supplies.Beer Accessories & Supplies Toggle submenu Beer Accessories & Supplies.Kitchen, Dining & Service Toggle submenu Kitchen, Dining & Service.Bar Equipment Toggle submenu Bar Equipment.Bar Decor & Signs Toggle submenu Bar Decor & Signs.Bar Furniture Toggle submenu Bar Furniture.Non-Alcoholic Beverages Toggle submenu Non-Alcoholic Beverages.Bartending Accessories Toggle submenu Bartending Accessories.Home Bar Accessories Toggle submenu Home Bar Accessories.South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands (GBP £).We are now accepting CA and MX orders! Check here for more details.Standard ground shipping is free for all US orders.
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