| Rating | 94 |
| Style | Whiskey |
| Produced In | Japan |
| ABV | 40% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $99.00 |
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| Review Updated | 2023-12-05 |
Honkaku Spirits Takamine 8 Year Old Koji Whiskey Review
Named after Jokichi Takamine — the 19th-century professor who invented a whisky-distilling technique using traditional Japanese sake brewing methods — this 8-year-old spirit uses a malting process involving koji prior to fermentation and distillation. The resulting spirit carries strong, almost molasses-like aromas reminiscent of Carribean rums. A lively palate brings stone fruit flavors and an energetic, and peppery finish.
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