SHINOBU WHISKY
Pure Malt Whisky Mizunara Oak Finish
Mizunara Oak Finish
Niigata is known in Japan for its “Three White” treasures, i.e. snow, rice and sake, and a naturally blessed environment for pure water source. SHINOBU means “Forbearance” in Japanese as it is how the distiller’s spirit should be when making quality whisky. SHINOBU Whisky is hand crafted by the creative distiller, Mr. Usami, by carefully selecting whisky from around the world which are first reserved in ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks and then finishing them with precious Japanese Mizunara oak in Japan. The result is a unique fusion of flavours and dynamic explosion in palate yet so smooth and easy to drink. All natural with no colouring.
Taste Notes Telltale aromas of candied orange peel, toffee, sweet smoke, and toasted hazelnuts are augmented by distinctive herbal tea and spice notes. The palate is surprisingly mellow, with more fruit-forward characteristics bolstered by pepper and spice on the finish. (BY 2019 ULTIMATE SPIRITS CHALLENGE)
Cask Type
Japanese Oak Mizunara Wood Finish
Distillery
SHINOBU Distillery
Alcohol Content
43%
Volume
700mL & 750mL
Tasting Notes
Nose
Vanilla, plums, minty
Palate
Slightly sweet, spices, vanilla, citrus, smoky oak
Finish
Medium, sweet, woody, minty, slight bitterness
Award
89 Pts
Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2019