Name: The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Brand: Kurayoshi
Price: 133.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

Question 1

What does The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old taste like?

Accepted Answer

The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is characterised by Malt Extract, Honey, Toasted, Sherried, Old Wood notes. Kurayoshi's 12-year-old blended malt from Tottori Prefecture combines Scottish malts with Japanese whisky and volcanic-rock-filtered water. Matsui Shuzou's lesser-known expression demonstrates Japan's approach to whisky-making by selectively blending imported and domestic character.

Question 2

Is The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old sweet?

Accepted Answer

The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old has some sweetness (56/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is approachable and a great starting point. Its Malt Extract, Honey, Toasted character makes it accessible at 43% ABV.

Question 5

Is The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old worth the money?

Accepted Answer

The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old costs £133 and is rated 5.0/5 by the community (1 ratings). The quality justifies the price for enthusiasts.

Question 6

Should I drink The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is enjoyable neat at 43% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Serve The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

What is the community rating for The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is rated 5.0/5 on Neatly based on 1 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old similar to Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old and Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) share a similar flavour profile (Malt Extract, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) costs £173.95 vs £133 for The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old.

Question 12

Is The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old similar to Tullibardine 25 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old and Tullibardine 25 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Malt Extract, Honey, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tullibardine 25 Year Old costs £155 vs £133 for The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old.

Question 13

How does The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old compare to Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old and Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is complex and layered, while Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Leathery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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