Kamiki Sakura Wood Whisky 50cl
This is a Japanese triple cask finish whisky, with a deep, subtley different flavour profile
Description
Kamiki Sakura Wood Whisky
Created in Nara, one of the ancient capitals of Japan - Kamiki whisky is a unique blended Japanese Whisky.
The name itself, Kamiki is a blend of two Japanese words; Kami, meaning 'God' and Iki, meaning Breath. This came from the beautiful breezes which descend from the local mountain - which has long been considered a 'Sacred Mountain of the God'.
Just like in their Blended Malt Whisky, it is created by blending rare Japanese Malt Whiskies with specially selected malt whiskies from the rest of the world. These are then blended with Japanese spring water. Rather than a predetermined ratio, the blending occurs when the malts are at their peak flavour. This means each batch is unique.
After the blending process, the resulting Kamiki whisky is rested in Yoshino Sugi (Japanese Cedarwood) casks . This is similar to the Intense Wood edition. This wood is particularly aromatic, and is considered the best wood locally to make drink casks for this reason. However in their Sakura Wood edition, there is a third period where the whisky rests in Sakura Casks.
This whisky has a delightfully different nose, with notes of ripe banana and candied chestnuts. There's also cinnamon and a hint of pine. The nose develops further as you drink, and a distinct woodiness comes through which reminds of the forest.
It's mid palate has a distinct and warming woodniess, specifically sandalwood and a gentle spice. These develop into sweet cherries, cutting through the savoury notes.
The finish is floral, reminiscent of spring.
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Perfect Serve
As with all whiskies, enjoy how you like to! However, we liked this one at room temperature with a splash of water.
