{"product_id":"pure-malt-18-years-kurayoshi-whisky-giapponesi-50","title":"Pure Malt 18 Years Kurayoshi Japanese Whisky 50%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"203\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tottori Prefecture, Japan – Matsui Shuzō Distillery (Kurayoshi Distillery)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"307\"\u003eRaw material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% malted barley (Pure Malt, a blend of different malts, partly of Scottish origin, refined and matured in Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"479\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"446\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm gold with amber highlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant and layered, with notes of vanilla, honey, melted butter, toasted hazelnut, and sweet spices; nuances of dried fruit, citrus zest, and a touch of balsamic emerge, providing freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"701\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, enveloping, and complex. Creamy vanilla, honey, milk chocolate, and almond stand out on the palate, supported by oak, light spices, and a hint of delicate smoke. The balance between sweetness and minerality makes it persistent and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43% vol. (some special editions reach 50%)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18\/20 °C – ideal enjoyed neat, with a drop of still water, or with a large ice cube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e It pairs well with high-quality dark chocolate, mild cigars, aged hard cheeses, and desserts with dried fruits. Excellent as a meditation whisky after a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eTerroir:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maturation takes place in Kurayoshi, in the heart of Tottori Prefecture. American white oak (ex-bourbon) casks provide roundness and sweetness, while the pure water filtered through the volcanic rocks of Mount Daisen imparts freshness and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 years in American ex-bourbon oak casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Kurayoshi Pure Malt 18 Years represents one of the most refined expressions from the Matsui distillery. The long maturation produces a complex and balanced whisky, where the sweetness of the malt merges with spicy and woody notes for a rich yet elegant sip. It has been recognized internationally as a symbol of the Japanese whisky renaissance, awarded for its balance and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure Malt Whisky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Malt Whisky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains cereals (barley)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eAwards and ratings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2562\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003eWhisky Bible 2022 – Japanese Whisky of the Year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eSan Francisco World Spirits Competition 2024 – Double Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003eWorld Whiskies Awards 2024 – Bronze (13-20 years category, Blended Malt)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2562\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2562\"\u003eAverage ratings: 91-93\/100 in major international guides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003ePhilosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated production – use of pure natural water and long aging, without added colorants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Product images are for illustrative purposes only; the label design or bottle shape may vary depending on the vintage or the distillery's rebranding. Order fulfillment is guaranteed, and purely aesthetic differences do not entitle the customer to a free return (more details on the Terms and Conditions page).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kurayoshi Distillery","offers":[{"title":"nd \/ 70 cl","offer_id":55109024678236,"sku":"4954621000917","price":270.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/files\/E5_80_89_E5_90_8918_E5_B9_B4-300x300.png?v=1753550796","url":"https:\/\/www.tivinum.ch\/en\/products\/pure-malt-18-years-kurayoshi-whisky-giapponesi-50","provider":"Tivinum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}