Karuizawa 33 Year Old 1981 (cask 136)
- Distillery
- Karuizawa
- Region
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 55.3%
- Age
- 33 years
- Price
- £3995
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Leathery, Tobacco
- Description
- A 33-year-old from Karuizawa's final era, distilled in 1981 and matured in sherry cask before 2014 bottling by Number One Drinks Company and La Maison du Whisky. This rare closed-distillery expression represents the tail end of one of Japan's most collectible whisky producers.
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Karuizawa 33 Year Old 1981 (cask 136) is a 33-year-old single malt from Karuizawa (Japan), bottled at 55.3% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, old wood, dried fruit, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
A 33-year-old from Karuizawa's final era, distilled in 1981 and matured in sherry cask before 2014 bottling by Number One Drinks Company and La Maison du Whisky. This rare closed-distillery expression represents the tail end of one of Japan's most collectible whisky producers.
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