Hakushu 1981 Kioke Shikomi 24 year old Pure Malt Whisky - 750ml Pappy Van Winkle spice character from the rye

spice character from the rye battles the dessert-like scents from the extended barrel-aging

creamy wood notes

Mizunara (Japanese oak) Palate: coconut

toasted sourdough bread

Ronnie Eddins

Hakushu 1981 Kioke Shikomi 24 year old Pure Malt Whisky - 750ml Pappy Van Winkle spice character from the ryeKioke Shikomi, best translated as matured in wooden tubs is a Hakushu pure malt whisky. It was distilled in 1981 the same year the distillery expanded with the commissioning of a second Hakushu distillery. It was bottled in 2005, making the malt 24 years old. This series was discontinued, making it increasingly rare. 43% vol 750ml with display box.