Kujira 12 Year Ryukyu Whisky
Founded in 1952, Kumesen Syuzo started on distilling alcoholic beverages, unique to Okinawa islands of Japan, also known as Ryuku islands. Then around 1989, this innovative distillery started to age them in oak barrels, creating a unique kind of ji-whisky in its own category, thus named it the Ryukyu Whisky. With 20 years maturing in bourbon casks, Kujira as a single grain whisky provides a wonderful taste profile that has distinguished itself from its malt counterparts and creates a refreshing choice for spirits lovers.
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Herbs, various plum fruits hint, prune, mint candy.
- Palate: Balanced light body, sweet, vanilla, spice, smoky woodiness.
- Finish: Japanese pepper, medium finish
- Age: 20 years
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The Finer Details
Style - Japanese Whisky
Country - Japan
Bottle Size - 700ml
ABV - 43.8%
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700ml | 40% ABV