Hakushu

1982 Sherry Cask

Hakushu

ABV: 61%

Age: No age statement Years Old

Style: Single Malt

Country: Japan

Region: N/A

Overall
Score

7.9

Tasting Notes

Nose

Powerful intense and resinous: treacle, raspberry, coffee. Light smoke giving a burnt note. Gutsy European oak in spades.

Palate

Rich and mouthfilling, reminiscent of Brandy de Jerez: stewed plum, leather, PX, burnt raisins. Dry and densely wooded.

Finish

Fruit cake.

Comment

A fine example of European oak in action.

Taster Score

7.5

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