Matsui The Kurayoshi Pure Malt Whisky Rum Cask Finish

***see previous notes As with all Japanese alcohol, there is something lighter afloat here. I chalk that up to the water in Japan. This is a nice bottle, for sure.

Served 3 cl. in glasses of cognac at room temperature. El Corte Inglés selection. Alcoholic volume of 43.0%. Mixture of malt whiskies distilled in copper with spring water with a subsequent aging of eight years in American white oak barrels that housed bourbon in origin. On the nose aromas that evoke wheat inflated with honey, a mixture of different nuts and vanilla. Delicious rather than complex. In the mouth it is very soft, well integrated, with a light texture and …

Served 3 cl. in glasses of cognac at room temperature. El Corte Inglés selection. Last Japanese gin. This "white rabbit" is made with 14 botanical elements using spring water reaching an alcoholic volume of 47%. On the nose, aromas of pear, Korean red pepper (?), juniper, green tea, coriander or cardamom easily appear. Endless complexity except for those who only perceive cologne water. Aromatically perfect. On the palate floral and fruity flavors prevail, with a good acidity and a final …

Clean, clear. Drank freezer temp to room temp. Very fruity nose. Honey notes. Sage. Sweet with savory notes. Fresh, lively, definitely to the sweeter side of things. I quite like it in cocktails. Quite unique flavor profile. Britt loves this gin.