For the first time, Japanese Mizunara Oak graces the shores of the USA. Sourced from Hokkaido prefecture, where these rare trees take 200 years to mature into barrel-worthy specimens, only a limited few are harvested annually, making Mizunara barrels a genuine rarity. In collaboration with Japan's exclusive cooperage, we utilized every ounce of these majestic trees. Our Mizunara Oak chips are meticulously toast to 374°F, ensuring the full expression of flavors—rich vanilla, sandalwood, toasted marshmallow, and nuanced hints of coconut and spice.