Kurayoshi 18 Year Old Pure Malt
The Kurayoshi 18 Year Old Pure Malt is bottled at a 50% abv resulting in deep layers of complex flavours. Overall the whisky is extremely well balanced and mellow. The palate offers subtle sweetness, slightly smokey tones, and a delicate spiciness which is complemented excellently by malty overtones and outstandingly delicate finish. This whisky is non chill-filtered. Very limited availability.
The Kurayoshi 18 Year Old Pure Malt is bottled at a 50% abv resulting in deep layers of complex flavours. Overall the whisky is extremely well balanced and mellow. The palate offers subtle sweetness, slightly smokey tones, and a delicate spiciness which is complemented excellently by malty overtones and outstandingly delicate finish. This whisky is non chill-filtered. Very limited availability.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
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Taste | Candied lemon and malty flavors followed by spices and dry straw. Mint, toasted wood and cardamom. |
Nose | Malt & bread tones, hint of lemon peel, dried grass, jasmine and honey |
Finish | Small amount of sweetness highlighting aromas of wheat and vanilla cream. Slight smokiness |
Colour | Gold |
Fact Sheet
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Fluid | 70cl |
Alcohol % | 50% |
Awards and/or Press Quotes
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Awards and/or Press Quotes | World Whiskey Awards 2021 - Category Winner - Blended Malt - 13 to 20 Years Gold Medal - World Whiskies Awards 2019, 89 Points - Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2019, Silver Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2019 |