{"product_id":"kanosuke-hioki-pot-still-japanese-whisky-700ml","title":"Kanosuke Hioki Pot Still Japanese Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"600\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"177\"\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"180\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"259\"\u003eWhisky shaped by shochu heritage, distilled with rare precision in Kagoshima.\u003c\/em\u003e The Kanosuke Hioki Pot Still is crafted at Hioki Distillery, the grain whisky site of the Kanosuke family, where malted and unmalted Japanese barley is distilled in stainless steel stills under vacuum pressure, an approach more common to shochu than whisky. The result is a light, silky spirit layered with depth from careful maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eThe whisky rests in a combination of new American white oak, ex-bourbon, and re-charred ex-shochu casks, imparting balance between sweetness, fruit, and wood-driven structure. Bottled at 51% ABV, it reveals a distinctive flavour profile that is both innovative and deeply rooted in place. This expression shows how Kanosuke’s shochu lineage continues to shape a new generation of Japanese whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKanosuke Distillery, established in 2017, has quickly become one of Japan’s most exciting whisky producers. Situated on the coastline of Kagoshima Prefecture, known for its stunning sunsets, Kanosuke’s location offers a unique maritime influence on the whisky maturation process. The distillery is a part of the Komasa Jyozo company, which has a long history of shochu production, and has since expanded to crafting exceptional single malt whiskies under the leadership of Yoshitsugu Komasa. Kanosuke’s distinctive approach includes the use of three different pot stills, each contributing its own character to the whisky. This innovation, combined with the distillery’s commitment to excellence, allows Kanosuke to create complex, yet approachable single malts that reflect the company’s dedication to craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Kanosuke Distillery, the philosophy is rooted in innovation, tradition, and respect for nature. Drawing from the expertise of the Komasa Jyozo company in shochu production, the distillery blends centuries-old techniques with modern craftsmanship to produce whisky that embodies the best of both worlds. Kanosuke believes that whisky making is an art that requires a delicate balance of science and intuition. The distillery’s use of three distinct pot stills, along with its commitment to the finest casks for maturation, results in a whisky that offers complexity, subtlety, and harmony. The coastal climate of Kagoshima, combined with the team’s rigorous attention to detail, creates a whisky that reflects the environment while upholding the highest standards of Japanese whisky making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eNOSE\u003cbr data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e– Custard and orchard fruit\u003cbr data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eAromas of crème brûlée, fresh oak, apricot, and ripe plum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003ePALATE\u003cbr data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e– Creamy and complex\u003cbr data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eVanilla, caramel, toasted oak, cocoa, and a subtle bitterness of matcha tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eFINISH\u003cbr data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003e– Oily and enduring\u003cbr data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eFull-bodied with dark chocolate lingering on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eStyle - Japanese Whisky\u003cbr data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eVarietal - Malted \u0026amp; Unmalted Barley\u003cbr data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eCountry - Japan\u003cbr data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eRegion - Kagoshima\u003cbr data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003eBottle Size - 700ml\u003cbr data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eABV - 50%\u003cbr data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1498\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eClosure - Cork\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kanosuke Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41970532286551,"sku":"KANOHIOJW","price":239.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/4dd0fd14-f90b-4f08-a0d7-e32a4779dafc.jpg?v=1757895980","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/kanosuke-hioki-pot-still-japanese-whisky-700ml","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}