Suntory 1981 Kioke Shikomi
- Distillery
- Hakushu
- Region
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Price
- £375
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Old Wood, Sherried
- Description
- This rare Hakushu expression, labelled as pure malt and bottled in the early 1980s, captures a snapshot of Japanese whisky-making before modern standardisation. Limited provenance details remain, but Hakushu's house style—light floral notes and delicate wood integration—likely defines this vintage. A piece of Japanese whisky history suitable only for collectors with access to authentication.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Suntory 1981 Kioke Shikomi is a single malt from Hakushu (Japan), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and lightly fruity character — malt extract, old wood, sherried. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This rare Hakushu expression, labelled as pure malt and bottled in the early 1980s, captures a snapshot of Japanese whisky-making before modern standardisation. Limited provenance details remain, but Hakushu's house style—light floral notes and delicate wood integration—likely defines this vintage. A piece of Japanese whisky history suitable only for collectors with access to authentication.
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