The Kurayoshi 12 Years Old Pure Malt Japanese Whisky 43%

Origin: Tottori Prefecture, Japan

Raw material: 100% malted barley (Blended Malt – Pure Malt)

Color: Brilliant gold with light amber highlights

Nose: Elegant and refined, with notes of cereals, vanilla, honey, and fresh fruit (apple, pear, citrus). Accents of candied orange peel, almond, and light floral nuances emerge.

Palate: Soft and balanced, with honey and vanilla sweetness intertwining with ripe apple, hazelnut, and raisin. The spice is delicate, with hints of white pepper and ginger. An elegant, never aggressive sip, characterized by harmony and depth.

Alcohol content: 43%

Serving temperature: 18/20 °C, ideal neat or with a drop of water to open up the aromas

Pairings: Perfect with medium-aged cheeses, dark chocolate, dried fruit desserts, roasted white meats, and light dishes that do not overpower the aromatic complexity.

Terroir: The whisky is produced in the Tottori region, characterized by a temperate climate and the pure water of Mount Daisen. This distinctive element gives minerality and freshness to the distillate, while aging in ex-Bourbon casks enriches the profile with sweet notes of vanilla and toasted wood.

Aging: Distilled from malted barley, with a subsequent minimum aging of 12 years in ex-Bourbon American oak casks. The maturation confers softness and complexity without overpowering the delicacy typical of Japanese whiskies.

Description: The Kurayoshi Pure Malt 12 Years Old is a highly elegant Japanese whisky, a symbol of the Matsui distillery's artisanal tradition. It is a spirit that favors harmony and refinement, offering a balanced and velvety sip. Award-winning internationally, it represents an ideal choice for those wishing to approach the world of Japanese whiskies with a mature, complex yet accessible product that combines fruity sweetness, vanilla softness, and a spicy finish.

Classification: Japanese Whisky – Blended Malt (Pure Malt) – 12 years

Type: Whisky

Allergens: Contains no declared allergens (may contain minimal traces of gluten from malted barley, but distillation removes almost all proteins).

Awards and ratings:

• Gold Medal – World Whiskies Awards 2019 (Blended Malt 12 years & under)

• Silver Medal – World Whiskies Awards 2024

• International ratings around 90/100

Philosophy: Traditional production

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