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Karuizawa 12 Years Old

Brand Karuizawa
Expression 12 Years Old
Type Japanese Whisky / Single Malt
Age 12 Year Old
Abv 40.00%
Produced at Karuizawa Distillery
Region Japan
Launched 1955
Availability Japan
Guide Price £11-£17 (US$18-US$29)

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 64 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet

Nose
Woody. Rich oak. Burnt wood. But also a touch of wet damp cellar with must on the walls.
Palate
Thick, syrupy. Smooth and sweet. Chestnut purée. Wood is more integrated than expected. Coffee toffee.
Finish
Long, peppery.
Comment
Reveals more balance on the palate than expected. Certainly on the wood side but in a rich and complex way.

Dave Broom

Nose
Very odd: turnip skin, bread crust, burning wood. With water, Indian spices and blonde tobacco notes.
Palate
Liquorous. Marsala-like burnt edge. A little tannic and tight in the mouth. Water loosens things up bringing out orange and chocolate.
Finish
Short, slightly bitter.
Comment
Can’t quite get over that odd nose.

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