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A distillery-exclusive release from the Hakushu distillery, bottled at cask strength (Genshu). This 15-year-old expression is part of a series of small-format bottles (190ml) typically sold only at the distillery's visitor center in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is known for its intense, concentrated profile reflecting the forest-influenced character of the distillery.
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87.8 / 100 · Based on 4 published reviews.
birch_notebook27 AugThe mint and incense give the nose a herbal edge I’m drawn to, while the creamy baked-goods notes keep things rounded. The lingering coffee bitterness sounds like a firmer finish than I usually prefer.
rich, creamy notes meet roasted almonds and coffee.
There’s a nice balance between the sweet vanilla and caramel notes and that hint of smoke. The creamy palate sounds inviting, while the roasted-coffee bitterness gives the finish a more restrained edge.
There is a pleasing shift from the sweet, aromatic nose into a richer palate of baked goods, roasted almonds, and coffee milk. The hint of mezcal-like smoke adds a measured point of contrast rather than taking over. I also like that the long, warming finish holds onto roasted coffee bitterness, giving the sweetness and creaminess a firmer edge. A layered character, though the coffee finish may not suit everyone.
