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Ontake 2020 Release

Japanese Single Malt Kyushu
Age
No age statement
ABV
43%
Flavour Fingerprint
Malt Light Fruit Citrus Floral Herbal Spice Sweet Dark Fruit Nutty Earth Maritime Smoke / Peat

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Flavour profile is AI-assisted and still being refined.

Tasting

How it drinks

Sight
Pale gold with hints of green tones.
Nose
Fresh and vibrant with grassy notes, lemon zest, and subtle honeyed maltiness. A whisper of smoke and white pepper adds complexity.
Palate
Crisp and lively with citrus forward character, followed by soft grain sweetness and a light herbal quality. The palate shows good balance with mild spice and a touch of wood influence.
Finish
Clean, medium-length finish with lingering citrus and a gentle drying effect.

Tasting notes are AI-assisted and still being refined.

Maturation

The wood it came through

  • ex-bourbon barrels

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