ABV 61%
How can whisky leave its signature behind that thick oak panelling? No chance.
Martine Nouet
Miyagikyou
Brand
Miyagikyo, 1987, Cask No.60236
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
61%
ABV
Japan
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Flat and bland at start then oak leads the show. Liquorice, chocolate and walnuts.
Palate: Sweet and sugary. Oak infusion conducting bitter tanginess. Touch of black pepper.
Finish: Oaky, dry.
Comment: How can whisky leave its signature behind that thick oak panelling? No chance.
Score: 6.5
Taster
Nose: Mature. Cedar, tobacco, and light charred note (burning embers), turned earth then a herbal lift of fresh bay, dried sage and beeswax.
Palate: A palate spreader. Liquorous and rich with real intensity and a slightly acidic quality which is just balanced by that honeyed sweetness. Oak is quite firm and grippy.
Finish: Tight, slightly lean.
Comment: The oak is slightly too dominant to elevate it into the next category.
Score: 7.8
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