Kurayoshi 8 Year Pure Malt

Very smooth and oaky for it being only 8 years old. Sweet and dry with a hint of orange.

Nose: vanilla, honeyed, sweet Body: medium Palate: spice, floral, vanilla sweetness, peppery with a light malt Finish: medium Note: ok, not enough body for my liking. Also makes me wonder if all Japanese whiskey has rice in it. Like their secret sauce.

starts bitter and goes to almonds then vanilla caramel.

2019.04.09

Nose- pear and vanilla Body- lemon zest and pear continue with a light touch of vanilla Finish- light and airy with vanilla and honeysuckle This is a light airy whiskey, perhaps even muted but it is a nice one.

Tasted 11/14/18 at Whisky House San Diego Very mild, but enjoyable. A typical, well balanced Japanese whisky.

I rather enjoyed this. Honey and apple notes. Actually more heat than I anticipated. Initial flavor was cereal/grain, followed by almonds and vanilla for the finish.