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Frequently Asked Questions
What does JSLMA compliant mean?
JSLMA stands for the Japan Spirits & Liqueurs Makers Association. In 2021, they introduced labeling standards defining what qualifies as "Japanese Whisky." To be compliant, a whisky must be distilled, aged, and bottled in Japan using specific production methods. Whiskies that meet these standards can use the "Japanese Whisky" label.
Is non-compliant whisky bad?
Not necessarily. Some excellent whiskies don't meet JSLMA standards for legitimate reasons. Nikka From The Barrel, for example, includes whisky from their Scottish distillery but is widely considered one of the best value whiskies in the world. Non-compliant means it doesn't meet the technical definition of Japanese Whisky, not that it tastes bad.
How do you verify compliance?
Each whisky is cross-referenced against JSLMA member lists, distillery disclosures, import records, and established whisky research sources, then checked against the 2021 JSLMA labeling standards. The list is re-verified periodically and updated when new information becomes available.