Karuizawa 12 Year Old
- Distillery
- Karuizawa
- Region
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 40%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £83.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- This rare 12-year-old Karuizawa bottled for the Japanese market displays smoke and stone fruit alongside earthy undertones. The distillery's distinctive house style emerges in a compact but flavour-rich expression.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Karuizawa 12 Year Old is a 12-year-old single malt from Karuizawa (Japan), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and sweet character — smokey, fresh fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
This rare 12-year-old Karuizawa bottled for the Japanese market displays smoke and stone fruit alongside earthy undertones. The distillery's distinctive house style emerges in a compact but flavour-rich expression.
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