From the now-closed Karuizawa distillery, this 15-year-old single malt is one of the most coveted Japanese whiskies.
- Rich, sherried profile with dark fruit, chocolate, and spice, plus polished oak and notable depth for a 15-year-old.
- Limited release; prized by collectors and connoisseurs. Best enjoyed neat or with a drop of water to reveal layers.
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Dark plum, fig, raisin, orange zest; cocoa, coffee, leather, tobacco; subtle spice and sherry.
- Palate: Full-bodied and silky; dried fruit, chocolate, orange peel; cinnamon, nutmeg; espresso and oak.
- Finish: Long, warming; cocoa, spice, dried fruit, a hint of smoke, with lingering oak.