Fukano Whisky (2017 Edition)

Very sharp alcohol flavor. No special notes.

like a sweet, high octane sake

It is definitely delicate- it has a sweet, fruity flavor that unfolds into a distinctly minty flavor. The rice influence is definitely there, particularly after the initial flavors, it's different, but this is definitely a whiskey - the nose is whiskey, the charred barrel notes are definitely present- a touch of caramel, maybe vanilla, some dry wood in the finish after the rice influence.