Umami – The flavour of Japan

Umami translates as 'deliciousness' – it's that elusive fifth taste beloved of the Japanese and a prized quality in their cuisine. Tap into the wonders of umami with our hand-selected range of Japanese spirits, including food-friendly sake, fruity umeshu liqueurs and elegant, refreshing Koshu wine.

Discover how the Japanese conquered the whisky world with this selection of 3cl samples. You'll find a range of styles, from clean and fruity to rich and peaty.

Japan makes world-class spirits, and we’ve chosen some stunning bottles for you to try, from hauntingly complex whiskies to rich, flavourful rums, and a brand-new Japanese gin we're very excited about.