ABV 57%
The nose is more appealing than the palate. Water tames it.
Martine Nouet
Ichiro's Malt
Brand
Ichiro's Malt
Bottler
Two of Clubs
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
2007
Year of Bottling
57%
ABV
Japan
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Estery. Exotic. Ripe bananas, coconut milk. Another raw bread dough profile with a strong yeasty note.
Palate: Quite assertive. The alcohol bite gives a fizzy feel on the tongue. Some fruit then a cardboardy note. A phenolic hint in the back.
Finish: Dry, tangy with a nutty aftertaste.
Comment: The nose is more appealing than the palate. Water tames it.
Score: 7.5
Taster
Nose: Succulent and vibrant. Mint sauce, camphor, dessicated coconut and cocoa powder. In time, quince. Powerful.
Palate: Pure, sweet and tongue coating. Sour cherry, liquorice and candlewax. The note is a little like incense cut with aged tea.
Finish: Ash and then ginger.
Comment: An amazing array of flavours and aromas from one so young.
Score: 8.5
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