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Winner of 1 awardHakushu
Distiller’s Reserve Whisky
Japanese Single Malt Whisky43%
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“Absolutely delicious. 'Like swallowing a spectrum' (Anthony Blanche in *Brideshead Revisited*). Beats even the best Scotch, oh dear.”
Master of Malt Customer
Description
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.
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt
Nose
The herbs are very up front with this one. Peppermint, pine and pleasant grassy notes. Cucumber and melon round out the nose.
Palate
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.
Finish
A waft of smoke appears during the long finish.
Overall
This shall make a fantastic Highball. Oh yes it shall.
