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It was released as a “Tsunuki Distillery 2021 Limited Edition Bottle”. Originally, this bottle was to be unveiled at the “Tsunuki Distillery Festival 2021” scheduled to be held in November 2021. This is the fifth limited edition bottle. This is the first single cask bottle that uses raw material distilled in the second season of the Tsunuki distillery’s operation (distilled in 2018).

The Bottle

Our Take

I have the impression that many people will be stung by the medium peat (20ppm) in the sherry barrel aging. The sweetness of chocolate, butter, raisins, etc. from the sherry cask, and the spicy and herbaceous astringency, followed by a good smokiness, make it addictive. It can be enjoyed with a little water or with soda.

It is aged in bourbon barrels and has a complex flavor. It has a slight sweetness of vanilla and cream with a hint of fruity melon. The bourbon barrel scent is also straightforward, giving the impression of a lingering finish.

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