← Satsuma Tsukasa
Satsuma Tsukasa Aged in Umeboshi Casks
- Age
- No age statement
- ABV
- 46%
- Filtration
- Non-chill-filtered
Tasting
How it drinks
- Sight
- Deep amber with rich copper undertones.
- Nose
- Distinctive umami and salted plum notes with mineral undertones. Japanese citrus and subtle oak follow. Intriguing savory aromatics.
- Palate
- Complex palate with savory umami character balanced against subtle sweetness. Salted plum and citrus notes create unique flavor complexity. Slightly higher proof adds warmth and depth.
- Finish
- Long finish with persistent umami, mineral notes, and gentle warming spice. Distinctive Japanese character lingers.
Tasting notes are AI-assisted and still being refined.
Maturation
The wood it came through
- ex-umeboshi (plum) casks
- ex-bourbon barrels
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