{"product_id":"kurayoshi-matsui-the-peated-single-malt-japanese-whisky-700ml","title":"Kurayoshi Matsui The Peated Single Malt Japanese Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA captivating Japanese single malt where elegant peat smoke meets delicate fruit, creamy sweetness and the purity of mountain spring water.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kurayoshi Matsui The Peated Single Malt Japanese Whisky 700ml is a distinctive expression crafted by Matsui Shuzo at the Kurayoshi Distillery in Japan's picturesque Tottori Prefecture. Produced from carefully selected peated malted barley, this whisky reflects the distillery's dedication to combining Japanese craftsmanship with the expressive character of smoky single malt. The spirit is distilled and matured in carefully selected oak casks, developing a harmonious balance of malt sweetness, soft fruit, delicate spice and aromatic peat. Pure natural spring water sourced from Mount Daisen contributes to its smooth texture and refined character, while its 48% ABV provides depth and intensity. The result is an inviting yet complex Japanese single malt that offers an elegant interpretation of peated whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whisky opens with aromas of freshly malted cereals, subtle earthy smoke and gentle oak, gradually revealing enticing notes of cocoa, orchard fruit and aromatic grasses. On the palate, a rounded texture carries layers of red apple, citrus, mango, ginger and warming pepper, beautifully complemented by expressive peat smoke and fruity sweetness. Its oak maturation enhances the whisky's natural richness while allowing its distinctive malt and smoky character to remain at the forefront. The finish is lingering and beautifully expressive, with aromatic smoke gradually giving way to tropical fruit sweetness and soft spice. Best appreciated neat or with a few drops of water, this distinctive expression offers an engaging balance of Japanese refinement, peated intensity and rewarding complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Smoky, malty and gently aromatic\u003cbr\u003eFresh malted cereals, kippers, burnt aromatic grasses, cocoa, jellied fruits and delicate peat smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Fruity, smoky and warmly spiced\u003cbr\u003eRed apple, ginger, black pepper, orange and mango, balanced by expressive peat smoke and rich malt sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Lingering, smoky and subtly sweet\u003cbr\u003ePersistent aromatic smoke, warming spice and lingering tropical fruit sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Kurayoshi Distillery lies between Osaka and Hiroshima in the foothills of Mount Daisen, where it produces single malt whiskies brought to proof with soft, mountain spring water. The label, adorned by Hokusai’s The Great Wave, portends this whisky’s rush of flavor: satisfyingly smoky, with noticeable structure and complexity. Kippers on the nose, with burnt aromatic grasses, cocoa, and jellied fruits, and a smoky palate of red apple, ginger, pepper, orange, and mango. Smoke writhes like a serpent on the finish, sliding off the walls dripping with sweet tropical fruits.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Jonny McCormick, Whisky Advocate, 92 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimate Spirits Challenge 2022 — 90 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand - The Kurayoshi\u003cbr\u003eStyle - Single Malt Whisky\u003cbr\u003eCountry - Japan\u003cbr\u003eRegion - Tottori\u003cbr\u003eABV - 48%\u003cbr\u003eSize - 700ml\u003cbr\u003eCask Strength - No\u003cbr\u003ePeat Level - Lightly Peated\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Kurayoshi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44619027054679,"sku":"KURA-MAT-PEAT","price":149.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/a2ef51fa-815f-4372-b03e-f2f7e440ea44.webp?v=1793926285","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/kurayoshi-matsui-the-peated-single-malt-japanese-whisky-700ml","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}