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Translator's Note
CROSSROAD LAB

Part 1: Whiskey Basics

Starting from scratch! Starting whiskey today!
─ Different types of whiskey
─ Blended Scotch Whiskey
─ Single malt Scotch whisky
─ Regional classification of Scotch whisky
─ Single malt whisky, an obsession with casks
─ American whiskey
─ Irish whiskey and Canadian whiskey
─ Japanese Blended Whiskey
─ Japanese single malt whiskey
─ Whiskey from other countries
─ How to drink whiskey
─ How to enjoy whiskey
How to Read a Whiskey Label for Beginners
─ The information is in the label
[Column] The Mystery of Bottle and Package Design Changes and Renewals

Part 2 Enjoying Whiskey at Home

A variety of whiskeys for beginners to enjoy
─ Straight
─ Twice Up
─ On the Rocks
─ Mizuwari
─ Highball
─ Kobe Highball
─ Mist
─ Whiskey Float / Hot Whiskey
How to Choose a Whiskey for a Highball That's Delicious at Home
Whiskeys that go well with highballs, chosen by 3,000 people
The Secret to a Rich Highball and 5 Recommended Inexpensive, Rich Whiskeys
Introduction to Home Bar Tools for Beginners
Tasting glasses recommended for beginners
Choosing an On-the-Rocks Glass for Your Home Bar: Recommendations for Beginners
[Column] How to Remove Water Stains from Glass! Restore Your Glass to a Shiny Color
Must-know! How to store whiskey?
How to Make Clear Ice at Home Easily
─ How to shave ice

Part 3 Whiskeys of the World

Information and Definitions What is Japanese Whiskey?
─ Products corresponding to Japanese whiskey
─ Japanese whiskey blended with foreign whiskey
Brief Introduction! Japanese Whiskey Distillery
What is blended whiskey for beginners?
[Column] Easy Aging? Try Oak Barrel Flavoring
A must-read for beginners! Ranking of blended Scotch whiskies.
Whiskey Basics: What is Single Malt Whiskey?
[Column] Blended Malt Whiskey Recommendations and Guide for Beginners
Single Malt Whiskey Rankings Selected by 3,000 People
American Whiskey Basics for Beginners
A must-read for beginners! 1,000 people's ranking of bourbon whiskeys.
10 Little-Known World Whiskies
[Column] Customers Bartenders Hate

Part 4 Curious Stories About Whiskey

What is grain whiskey, which is interesting when you know about it?
High ABV whiskey tastes good? An introduction to cask strength.
The oldest whisky club, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
Coloring whiskey? The truth about whiskey coloring.
Is that real whiskey? Beware of counterfeit whiskey!
Introduction to Long-Aged Whiskey! 10 Recommended Long-Aged Scotch Whiskies

Part 5: Whiskeys I Want to Try and Whiskeys I Want to Compare

Comparative tasting of Yamazaki and Hakushu
Highball No. 1: From the Barrel
Comparative tasting of two Hibiki varieties
A high-end home bar highball! 'Suntory Royal'
Suntory Old and Special Reserve
Comparative tasting of three Black Nikas
Nikka Whiskey's 'Nika Session'
Kirin Single Grain Whiskey Fuji
Comparative Tasting of The Glenlivet Four Varieties
Comparative tasting of three of Macallan's signature whiskies
Glen Allaukee Introduction and Tasting
Rising in popularity! GlenDronach
Comparative tasting of two representative Tomatin varieties
Comparative tasting of 5 representative Ardbeg brands
Comparative tasting of three representative Bowmore varieties
Comparative tasting of two Brooklady distilleries
What is the popular Talisker?
Valentine's Day 7 and Valentine's Day 12
Chivas Regal '12' Year Old Two Varieties Tasting
Comparative tasting of three Old Pa varieties
Comparative tasting of two Whitehorse varieties
Comparative tasting of five Dewar's highballs
Introducing Jack Daniel's lineup
Craft Bourbon 'Maker's Mark'
Introducing Kavalan in Taiwan
India's Amrut attracts global attention
Small-volume product for comparative tasting for beginners

#The more you know, the more you drink, the more delicious the whiskey becomes

Whiskey has now become a drink enjoyed by many people.
There are many stores that sell it, and you can even buy canned highballs at supermarkets.
It's great to drink as is, but it adds style and flavor when paired with "First Whiskey."


CROSSROAD LAB, a whiskey expert creator and enthusiast, provides detailed information for beginners, from the types and classifications of whiskey and how to read labels, to tasting glasses and recommended tools for home bars, new ways to drink whiskey such as Twice Up, Mist, and Whiskey Float, and even how to make pretty transparent ice to upgrade the atmosphere of your home bar, so that anyone can easily enjoy whiskey at home.
In particular, the 5 chapters that vividly and delicately compare and taste the aromas and tastes of various brands and products, and the 'Whiskeys that Go Well with Highballs', 'Blended Scotch Whiskey Ranking', 'Single Malt Whiskey Ranking', 'Bourbon Whiskey Ranking' and recommended comments selected by whiskey-loving subscribers are useful for those looking for the right whiskey for them.

This book is packed with fascinating information, including why bottle designs change, reviews of oak barrel flavors for aging whiskey at home, the oldest whiskey club, and little-known whiskeys from around the world, making it a delightful read for those seeking new knowledge.


The best way to enjoy whiskey is to try several different whiskies.
You can't know what flavor you like or how you want to enjoy it until you drink it.
Let's embark on a fun and profound journey to find my whiskey with "First Whiskey"!

“As you come into contact with different types of whiskey, your taste buds will change.
Trying it once in a while will not only help you find your taste, but it may even help you start to like products you once disliked.
“One of the joys of enjoying whiskey is trying something you’ve never tried before.”
-From the text