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Sakurao Single Malt Whisky Aged in Sherry Casks

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

The shape of Sakurao Single Malt Whisky Aged in Sherry Casks

This bottle's own signature across the twelve-axis Spirit Map — not the distillery average, but this exact expression.

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Flavour profile is AI-assisted and still being refined.

Tasting

How it drinks

Sight
Deep copper-red with golden edges, rich and inviting.
Nose
Rich dried fruit, raisins, and dark chocolate lead the aroma. Notes of walnut and subtle oak spice follow.
Palate
Full-bodied with flavors of dried cherry, plum, and chocolate. The palate shows complexity with hints of leather and a touch of maritime salt.
Finish
Long, warming finish with lingering chocolate, fruit, and a whisper of brine.

Tasting notes are AI-assisted and still being refined.

Maturation

The wood it came through

  • ex-sherry casks

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