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Miyagikyo, 1987, Cask No.60236

ABV 61%

How can whisky leave its signature behind that thick oak panelling? No chance.

Martine Nouet

Specification

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

Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet

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

Dave Broom

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

7.2
Overall Score

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