Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky 70cl

Very harsh whiskey. Smokey aftertaste.

Disgusting. Don’t understand the good reviews. Truly awful.

Nose - slight alcohol that fades after opening, earthy scent like mushrooms, faintly medicinal
Palate - oily, slightly medicinal, green pepper
Finish - an odd, lingering bitter tone that gives way to a peppery note

This one seems divisive. I guess I just fall into the camp of people who don't really smell or taste anything particularly appealing here.

Delighted to find a real treat, gifted by a friend who knew I wouldn’t venture beyond British shores. A great friend, and a lovely whisky

I got a really nice vanilla aroma with a spiced taste on the pallet, I have to say I got a sample from a friend who got a bottle from here but I will be buying a bottle also

This one of the best Japanese whisky I tasted in awhile. Love the fragrant scent and the spicy jalapeño finish at the end. Hint of vanilla with touch of chocolate and honey. Highly recommended! Quality beyond quality.

Appearance: pale gold, low viscosity against the side of the glass.
Nose: spirit, nutmeg, lightly spiced, fragrant
Initial taste: liquorice, sweet, smooth
Aftertaste: spirit, cereal, mild

This is a different whisky experience and does not fall into any classification of Scotch I am familiar with. There is certainly a lightness and subtlety beyond the initial liquorice hit.

If one is used to the heavily peated or sherried whiskies, Togouchi Premium is probably not for you. If approached with an open mind, it is worth a go. I enjoyed it and for a light variety of whisky, it offers more than some Scotches I could mention

Light with a strong hint of grain alcohol.

I would have to agree with the negative comments, I have a wide and accommodating approach to whiskey but this is truly awful. As one of the reviewers said, it is more like vodka.

Love the spicy finish. Really good