The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old
- Distillery
- Kurayoshi
- Region
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Blended Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £103.9
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey, Fresh Fruit, New Wood
- Description
- The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old is a blended malt combining Scotch and Japanese malts, produced by Matsui Shuzou in Tottori Prefecture and reduced with volcanic-stone-filtered water. This approachable expression balances international and domestic whisky traditions.
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ABV
43%
Age
8 yr
Style
Blended
✦ Neatly Summary
The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old is a 8-year-old blended malt from Kurayoshi (Japan), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect heavily oaked, sweet and fruity character — malt extract, vanilla, honey, fresh fruit. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A premium pour worth the price.
The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old is a blended malt combining Scotch and Japanese malts, produced by Matsui Shuzou in Tottori Prefecture and reduced with volcanic-stone-filtered water. This approachable expression balances international and domestic whisky traditions.
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