Description
The Kujira Ryukyu 5 Years Old WHITE OAK VIRGIN CASK whisky with 43% vol. in a 0.7-liter bottle including gift box is an independent Japanese whisky bottling with a clear regional reference to Japan's southernmost whisky region. This whisky is produced by Kujira Whisky on the subtropical island of Okinawa, whose warm climate has a significant influence on maturation. Due to the higher temperatures, whisky matures much faster here than in cooler regions, resulting in a more intense aroma and a stronger structure.
Kujira Ryukyu 5 Years Old is distilled from 100% selected rice and is therefore deliberately different from classic barley whisky. It is matured for more than five years in new white oak virgin casks, resulting in pronounced wood notes, spice and structure. The fresh oak wood clearly shapes the character and combines with the natural sweetness of the rice distillate to create a unique style. This bottling represents a powerful, structured Japanese rice whisky that clearly reflects the influence of climate, cask and raw material and deliberately sets itself apart from the mainstream.
Awards:
- 91 PTS IWSC 2021
- GOLD San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2021
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Tasting notes:
Color: Warm gold with light copper reflections.
Nose: Restrained and elegant, with coconut, fresh oak shavings, toasted oak, fine vanilla and subtle hints of plum and cherry.
Palate: Strong and structured, with baked apple, toffee, clear wood spice, noticeable tannins and a hint of molasses.
Finish: Dry and spicy, with peppercorns, fruit tea notes, rosehip, berry jelly and persistent drying oak.
The Kujira Ryukyu 5 Years Old WHITE OAK VIRGIN CASK is ideal for pure enjoyment in order to fully experience the clear influence of the cask and climate. It goes particularly well with quiet moments of enjoyment after a meal or as an exciting contrast in a whisky tasting with a focus on international styles. This rice whisky from Okinawa also unfolds its powerful, structured effect with dark chocolate, caramelized desserts or nutty components. Thanks to its distinctive character, this bottling is particularly recommended for connoisseurs who appreciate a clear woody character and a dry, spicy finish. (automated translation)
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EU-Food & safety
Distributor/Importer:
Kreyenhop & Kluge GmbH & Co. KG, Industriestraße 40-42, 28876 Oyten, Deutschland
Producer/Distillery:
Masahiro Distillery, 5 Chome-8-7 Nishizakicho, Itoman, Okinawa 901-0306, Japan
Brand:
Kujira
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