{"product_id":"ryujin-red-dragon-japanese-whisky","title":"Ryujin Red Dragon Japanese Whisky","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRyujin Red Dragon Japanese Whisky\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750mL Japanese whisky aged in rare Mizunara oak casks and bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a gorgeous red and gold dragon-shaped decanter. Named for Ryujin, the sea deity of Japanese myth, it is the boldest presentation in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/collections\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese whisky\u003c\/a\u003e selection — a collector's decanter with a genuinely characterful whisky inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Whisky, Mizunara oak cask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% (80 proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red and gold dragon-shaped decanter with display gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Dragon of the Sea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Japanese dragon is a symbol of power, strength and authority, believed to bring luck. Ryujin, the deity of the sea in Japanese myth, is one of the most important of all Japanese dragons — representing the power of the ocean as an island deity and the patron of Japan, and believed to be one of the forefathers of the Japanese imperial dynasty. Recognizing the most significant dragon in Japanese culture gave rise to the bold and vibrant flavors of Ryujin whisky, here poured into a sculptural red and gold decanter that dominates any shelf it lands on. It joins the wider Ryujin family on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/collections\/whisky\"\u003ewhisky\u003c\/a\u003e shelves, including the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/ryujin-bourbon-cask-single-malt-japanese-whisky\"\u003eRyujin Bourbon Cask Single Malt\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhisky on the nose, balanced against bright grain and citrus notes. Medium bodied on the palate, with flavors of graham crackers, vanilla, butterscotch and mandarin orange — the Mizunara oak lending the line's signature elegance underneath the richer, sweeter core. Collectors comparing sculptural Japanese bottles should also meet the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/nikka-miyagikyo-10-year-old-japanese-whisky\"\u003eNikka Miyagikyo 10 Year Old\u003c\/a\u003e, a very different, classic single malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip it neat or over a single large cube to let the butterscotch and mandarin open up; a highball with soda and an orange twist is the Japanese serve that suits its bright grain character. And once the bottle is empty, the decanter stays — it is a display piece in its own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Red Dragon the same as the gold Ryujin Dragon decanter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. They are different expressions: the Red Dragon is this red and gold 750mL decanter, while the gold Ryujin Dragon is a separate 1L all-gold decanter bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mizunara oak?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMizunara is a rare Japanese oak prized for the incense-like spice, sandalwood and delicate vanilla it gives whisky — and notoriously difficult to work with, which is why casks are scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come in a gift box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the Red Dragon is presented in a premium display gift box, ready for gifting or the top shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRyujin Red Dragon Japanese Whisky is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor for pickup in San Diego or delivery — when the dragons are gone, they are gone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ryujin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68109002506283,"sku":"DM17697L","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/ryujin-red-dragon-600x800.jpg?v=1793672444","url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/ryujin-red-dragon-japanese-whisky","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}