Hikari Shuzo Distillery – ‘Hakata’ 12yr Sherry Cask Japanese Whisky (700ML)
This unique Japanese Whisky is produced from 100% barley using koji to break down the complex carbohydrates into simple sugars for the yeast to consume. The conversion using Koji is more efficient than malt enzymes and adds a distinct umami character to the spirit.
The high-quality barley spirit is aged in fresh sherry butts in traditional warehouses, some being open air and exposed to both the humid 95° Fahrenheit summer weather and the cold winter temps.
The result is a rich, powerfully sherried, classically flavored whisky with all the depth and character of any single malt. The 12-year-old is a benchmark for this up and coming style of whisky that’s broadening the definition of Japanese whisky.
