Fuyu Small Batch Blended Japanese Whisky

There's an ongoing debate as to whether or not Fuyu is an "authentic" or "real" Japanese whisky. Frankly, it matters not to me as long as it's drinkable. I did a blind taste with several other Japanese whiskies and the Fuyu stood out on both the nose and palate as it exhibited a salty, soy, and smoky profile which isn't common with the Japanese whiskies I've come across. What I am used to experiencing is a whisky that's sweeter, fruitier, and paired with a layer of rice and other grains - something I didn't get with Fuyu. Whether or not this is a good thing is purely subjective. Personally, I found this whisky to be an easy drinker with not a whole lot to offer. It was enjoyable in the sense that there was no burn, but unlike other higher rated spirits, Fuyu didn't have a lot going on its profile. NOSE: Malted barley, cereal grains, salt, light soy sauce PALATE: Salt, smoke, nori, brown sugar FINISH: Rice, salt, digestif biscuits Rating: 76/100 Grade: C Below average – drinkable, but better as a mixer / party booze.

Taste like a well balanced bourbon

Very rough, strong alcohol taste. Definitely needs water and ice.

Not super flavorful but pretty smooth.

Just an average-verging-on-not-good "fake" Japanese whisky. Very astringent and with a sweet almost-like-rye profile reminiscent of being aged in young and cheap American Oak that makes it not worth the price - even hiding in cocktails. Would not buy again.