Helios Shuzo’ｓ blended whisky “Reki”. A review of the taste of blended whisky made in Okinawa.
Helios Shuzo is well known for its “Kura” and “Single Malt Kusuda,” but this blended whisky is a blend of malt whisky produced in-house, Scottish malt whisky, and grain whisky aged for three years in Okinawa.
1. photo of the bottle and the website where it can be purchased
Blended Whisky REKI
Blended Whisky REKI 
2. blended whisky “Reki” features
Reki Blended Whisky, introduced by Helios Shuzo, is a special blended whisky where tradition and innovation meet.
The unique malt whisky produced in-house is blended with carefully selected Scottish malt whisky.
In addition, the blend of grain whisky that has been carefully matured for three years gives it an incomparable taste.
The aroma has the gorgeousness and dignity of malt whisky, while the grain whisky gives a powerful and deep taste in the mouth.
The unique aging environment fostered in the tropical island of Okinawa gives this whisky its unique character.
Whether served straight, on the rocks, or in a highball, it will fully demonstrate its true value.(Citation: )Reki Blended whisky 40°,700ml / Helios Shuzo / Awamori Street.net
2-1. Tasting Notes
| Aroma | Yeast, rice husk, distinctive damp nuance, vanilla, spice |
| Taste | Mango, pineapple, creamy, coffee with acidity |
| Aftertaste | Fruity sweetness and oak spice linger on the palate. |
2-2. Product Specifications
| Alcohol content | 40% alcohol by volume |
| alcohol category | Blended whisky |
| Cask type | Unknown |
| Volume | 700ml |
| Number of bottles sold | The number of bottles sold |
| Suggested Retail Price | 2,750 yen (including tax) *Price from the official online site |
| Release date | 2024 |
3. Awards
No awards received at this time.
4. List price and online price
4-1. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
| Product Name | Blended whisky Reki |
| Capacity | 700ml |
| Suggested Retail Price | 2750 yen (including tax) |
4-2. Resale price on Mercari
Resale price on Mercariis around4,000yen. (*As of 2/26/2025)
4-3. Sold price on Yahoo! Auctions
Sold bids on Yahoo! A uctions cannot be confirmed . We were able to confirm that the item was sold at a fixed price. (*As of 2/26/2025)
4-4. Rakuten, Yahoo Shopping, Amazon
The item is also sold at a fixed price on mail-order sites. (*as of 2/26/2025)
.4-5. Price offered at BAR Shinkai
At “BAR Shinkai” operated by this site, one cup is offered at 45 ml: 1,100 yen and 30 ml: 770 yen.
5. Maker
Helios Shuzo Co.
| Established | 1961 |
| Head office location | 405 Aza Kyoda, Nago City, Okinawa 905-0024, Japan |
| Owned distillery | Helios Shuzo Distillery |
6. distillery
Kyoda distillery
| Location | 405, Kyoda, Nago City, Okinawa 905-0024, Japan |
| Start of operation | 2016 (whisky production resumed) |
Helios Shuzo, which currently holds six licenses to produce alcoholic beverages, has developed a wide variety of products under the motto of “a sake entertainer rooted in the community” in its pursuit of sake brewing that will last for a hundred years.
The first thing we are particular about in sake brewing is water. In search of abundant nature and clean water, the company found KYODA, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture, where it has been brewing sake since ancient times. Surrounded by the ancient Yanbaru forest, Kusuda has been called the “water city. The rain that falls in the forest soaks deep into the earth, storing minerals in the soil, and is slowly released into the river over a long period of time. Helios Shuzo’ｓ sake is brewed using pure, natural water from the upper reaches of the river that runs behind the Shuzo.
The representative product is ” Kura,” an old Awamori sake, which has been a long-seller for 30 years since its launch in 1991.
The company also sells a whisky called “Kura” with the same name.
History
1961: Taiyo Shuzo established in Naha City. Produces rum made from Okinawan sugarcane.
1963 Begins production of whisky
1969 Company name changed to Helios Shuzo Co.
1972 Head office and factory relocated to current location in Aza Kyoda, Nago City
1991: Utilizing the barrel-aging technology cultivated in the Western-style alcohol business, the company launched Kura, an oak barrel-aged Awamori.
We are a Shuzo with a long history. For a detailed history, click here.
- Helios Shuzo Official HP
- Helios Shuzo Official HP
- Helios Shuzo Official HP
Image exhibit: Helios Shuzo official HP
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7. Summary
Blended whisky renewed in 2024. It has a tropical nuance that you can feel in Xudian, and a creamy and spicy holding nuance that you can feel in Awamori.
The highball gives it a more refreshing and fruity taste, and the tropical elements can be felt even more.
Please check out our other articles on “Kyoda”.
