Rating 94
Style
Produced In Japan
ABV 53%
Availability Year Round
Price $125.00 
Reviewed By
Reviewed 2024-12-19

Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Japanese Whisky Review

Unlike typical blends, which combine malt and grain whiskies, this release is made entirely from barley. A lightly peated single malt component from the Kanosuke distillery forms part of the blend, while the nearby Hioki distillery contributes the remaining malted and unmalted barley distillate. Meanwhile, the aging regimen combines new American oak, re-charred rice shochu casks, sherry casks, and ex-bourbon casks. On paper, that’s a lot of different components and contributing factors; in the glass, this is a harmonious and expressive whisky that opens with distinct aromas of mocha and chocolate. Brambly fruit and sweet vanilla follow, while the palate is malty and earthy, with a bold, spicy finish.

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POINTS
Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Japanese Whisky
Unlike typical blends, which combine malt and grain whiskies, this release is made entirely from barley. A lightly peated single malt component from the Kanosuke distillery forms part of the blend, while the nearby Hioki distillery contributes the remaining malted and unmalted barley distillate. Meanwhile, the aging regimen combines new American oak, re-charred rice shochu casks, sherry casks, and ex-bourbon casks. On paper, that’s a lot of different components and contributing factors; in the glass, this is a harmonious and expressive whisky that opens with distinct aromas of mocha and chocolate. Brambly fruit and sweet vanilla follow, while the palate is malty and earthy, with a bold, spicy finish.

Reviewed On: 12-19-2024
94
POINTS
Kanosuke Double Distillery Blended Japanese Whisky
Unlike typical blends, which combine malt and grain whiskies, this release is made entirely from barley. A lightly peated single malt component from the Kanosuke distillery forms part of the blend, while the nearby Hioki distillery contributes the remaining malted and unmalted barley distillate. Meanwhile, the aging regimen combines new American oak, re-charred rice shochu casks, sherry casks, and ex-bourbon casks. On paper, that’s a lot of different components and contributing factors; in the glass, this is a harmonious and expressive whisky that opens with distinct aromas of mocha and chocolate. Brambly fruit and sweet vanilla follow, while the palate is malty and earthy, with a bold, spicy finish.

Reviewed On: 12-19-2024