Karuizawa

1974, Aged 31 Years

Karuizawa

ABV: 65%

Age: No age statement Years Old

Style: Single Malt

Country: Japan

Region: N/A

Overall
Score

6.9

Tasting Notes

Nose

Very savoury with high intensity thanks to the alcohol. Old chocolate, tomato ketchup, wood varnish, raisin and prune, roast chestnut.

Palate

Decent mid-palate sweetness. Liquorice water, dandelion and burdock, pot pourri.

Finish

Fades quickly.

Comment

Just old and by now lacking balance.

Taster Score

7.0

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1974, Aged 31 Years

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