Kurayoshi Matsui Sakura Cask Single Malt Japanese Whisky 700ml

Matsui Sakura Cask Single Malt Japanese Whisky is single malt whisky distilled in the rich, natural environment of Tottori and aged in cherry wood casks. Double distilled in pot stills then aged in Sakura oak casks., the famous and iconic Japanese cherrytree. This tree holds an important place in Japanese culture. Often used as a metaphor on ephemerality of beauty and life. It always has been a source of inspiration for Japanese artists.

Combined with the malt aroma and bitter flavour of unblended whisky, a faint, sweet, crisp smell of cherry blossom spreads throughout the mouth. This masterpiece, carefully crafted with heart and passion, is brought to proof with high-quality natural spring water from Mt. Daisen. 

Matured in the wood of the cherry tree, this does impart a spicier than normal intensity, which in itself closes out the barley. Just drips with personality, however. 48% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered. - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2021, 92.5 points

COLOUR: Golden straw
NOSE: Rich, full and sweet with cherry blossom flavours
PALATE: Intense and light at the same time, malty, cherry blossom flavours
FINISH: Floral

The Finer Details
Style - Japanese Whisky
Country - Japan
Bottle Size - 700ml
ABV - 43%