Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series
- Distillery
- Shizuoka
- Region
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50.3%
- Price
- £599
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Toasted, Fresh Fruit, Malt Extract
- Description
- Shizuoka's debut expression—distilled December 2018 using wash stills from the defunct Karuizawa distillery—matured four years in a single bourbon barrel before May 2022 bottling. This peated Japanese single malt captures early-stage character from one of Japan's newest operations.
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Shizuoka 2018 (bottled 2022) Ex-Bourbon Cask (cask 2018-323) - World Symphony Series is a single malt from Shizuoka (Japan), bottled at 50.3% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and oaky character — smokey, toasted, fresh fruit, malt extract. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Shizuoka's debut expression—distilled December 2018 using wash stills from the defunct Karuizawa distillery—matured four years in a single bourbon barrel before May 2022 bottling. This peated Japanese single malt captures early-stage character from one of Japan's newest operations.
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