The Shinobu Japanese Pure Malt Whisky 10 Y.O. 700ml

SHINOBU Pure Malt 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 distiller, Mr. Usami. He carefully selects whisky from around the world and first matures this in ex-Sherry and ex-Bourbon casks. It is then finishing in precious Japanese Mizunara oak and further maturing of the spirit takes place 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.

Nose: Stewed stone fruit and red berries, with creamy oak and mint white chocolate.

Palate: Lemon curd and citrus peel lead into oak char, chai spices and floral oak.

Finish: Toasty oak and underripe red fruit linger.