Hatozaki Blended Whisky

A blended whisky from the Kaikyo Distillery, the Hatozaki blend sees the marriage of both malt and grain whiskies, including whisky distilled in Japan and imported stocks. The whisky is named after the Hatozaki lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in Japan. The liquid is aged in many different cask types, including sherry, bourbon and Mizunara oak, imparting a complex flavour profile. This whisky is ideal for cocktails such as the Japanese classic Whisky Highball. To make it use 1 part whisky to 2 parts soda. Serve it in a tall chilled glass. Pour the whisky on the glass that has been filled with ice. Stir until the whisky is chilled. Then top up the glass with more ice and add the soda. A suitable garnish could be a slice of lemon or orange.

Nose Light, sweet malty aromas alongside more cereal notes and fragrant lemongrass. Fruity notes of nectarine and banana appear.

Palate Grain sweetness, a touch of honey and barrel char, with more stone fruit and orange blossom.

Finish An oily nuttiness appears on the finish alongside more cereal notes.