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Kyoto Malt Whisky Murasaki Obi Purple Label, 43%
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Kyoto Malt Whisky Murasaki Obi Purple Label, 43%

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TypeBlended Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 22
Average Score
Avg 87
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Description

This is a blended malt whisky from Kyoto Miyako Distillery, the first whisky distillery in Kyoto, Japan. The distillery, located in Kyotamba-cho near the Yura River, began producing its own whisky in 2020, but early releases like this 'Murasaki Obi' (Purple Label) expression were made with imported whiskies, some from Scotland, due to the young age of their own distillate. The bottle features a distinctive label made from Nishijin-ori, a traditional Kyoto fabric, paying homage to the city's rich textile art. It is bottled at 43% ABV and is without an age statement.

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SGD 134SGD 114SGD 94SGD 73Price (SGD)Observed dateApr 12Jun 14Apr 12 - SGD 128 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Apr 12, 2026Jun 14 - SGD 79 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jun 14, 2026

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Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Jun 14, 2026SGD 79.17
Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Apr 12, 2026SGD 128.03
Cask type
N.A
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
Lightly Peated
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
N.A
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
N.A
PPM
N.A
Barley
100% Japanese barley
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
No
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Screw cap
Presentation
Box
Series highlights
Murasaki Obi (Purple Belt) expression with Nishijin-ori fabric label
Historical context
N.A
Special release
N.A
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Floral notes of cherry blossom, honey, and pear, with a malty aroma. Hints of vanilla, almonds, and wet cereals, along with a faint scent of solvent, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Some sources also mention pineapple, meringue, white chocolate, and a subtle thread of smoke.
Palate
Fresh and delicate, with stone fruits, green tea, and a hint of ginger. A strong malty aroma with well-balanced smokiness, and notes of vanilla, spices, nuts, and wood.
Finish
Elegant, fresh, and lingering, reminiscent of Kyotamba Cho's rich nature. It can be quite long and dry, with vegetal notes, spices, brown sugar, and malt, or sometimes shorter with bitter, spicy, and herbaceous notes with slight vanilla veins.
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