From the Hakushu distillery in the foothills of Mount Kaikomagatake comes their Distiller's Reserve single malt whisky, a no-age-statement expression, that captures the smoky, herbaceous characteristics of their whiskies. Both lightly-peated and heavily-peated malts were used for this complex and deeply enjoyable whisky from Suntory.
The herbs are very up front with this one. Peppermint, pine and pleasant grassy notes. Cucumber and melon round out the nose.
All the notes on the nose swim effortlessly through the palate, the mint developing sweeter notes as it goes on. Citrus zest also pops in to say hello.
A waft of smoke appears during the long finish.
This shall make a fantastic Highball. Oh yes it shall.
With 5 drinking persons we could not even finish the bottle. Not smooth , only thing you can feel is ethyl alcohol . For that high price - awful . No better than cheapest Johnny Walker...
Master of Malt's tasting notes are bang on about this one. Call me crazy but for me it is similar to Bushmills 10 year old single malt, which is one of my all time favorites.
God of YouTube approves.
“Think of a bath of hot water to soak in. Some you lower yourself gently into as you need to get used to it before you enjoy it. You know the style 2/3 tastes maybe more. The you go Haaaaaaaa nice. This is a single malt that has already been checked tested and you just get in there and soak from the 1st sip to getting out clean and refreshed. It's Japanese precision. Personally no hidden corners, no shocks, no surprises. However don't get me wrong it's comfort incarnate. Favourite film,slippers and music score. ”
doug Allison
A great everyday drink. Simply lovely. A bit pricey now.
Brilliant single malt whisky. Right up there with the best scotch you can buy if not better.
