Karuizawa 1981 / Sherry Cask #152 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
- Distillery
- Karuizawa
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £7500
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Old Wood, Tobacco
- Description
- Karuizawa's 1981 distillate spent 33 years maturing in ex-sherry cask #152, emerging as a rare bottling from this now-closed Japanese distillery. Sherry influence dominates the palate with dark dried fruits, warming spice, and a velvety complexity that speaks to decades of patient maturation. The texture is rich and enveloping, with lingering warmth and depth on the finish. A collectors' piece that represents the height of Japanese whisky craftsmanship.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Karuizawa 1981 / Sherry Cask #152 Japanese Single Malt Whisky is a from Karuizawa (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and fruity character — sherried, old wood, tobacco. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Karuizawa's 1981 distillate spent 33 years maturing in ex-sherry cask #152, emerging as a rare bottling from this now-closed Japanese distillery. Sherry influence dominates the palate with dark dried fruits, warming spice, and a velvety complexity that speaks to decades of patient maturation. The texture is rich and enveloping, with lingering warmth and depth on the finish. A collectors' piece that represents the height of Japanese whisky craftsmanship.
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