Fuji and Riku to be released by Kirin Brewery
Japan’s Kirin Brewery is expected to release two new whisky brands in the Japanese market, which are named Fuji and Riku. These whisky brands will be new additions to liquor portfolio of Kirin Holdings in more than a decade.
Fuji which has a sweet aroma is said to be derived from pure whisky from a distillery in Shizuoka Prefecture. Riku is produced from blends of whiskies, which are sourced from overseas distilleries.
Fuji will be available for purchase from 21 st April at restaurants, and it will be priced at 56.07USD per 700 ml bottle. Riku will be retailed from 19th May for approximately 14.02 USD per 500ml bottle.