Eigashima Shuzo Akashi Goju 50 Sherry Cask White Oak Blended Whisky 750ml
The Akashi Goju 50 Sherry Cask is a distinguished blended whisky from Eigashima Shuzo, one of Japan's oldest family-run distilleries, also known as White Oak Distillery. This expression showcases the distillery's dedication to traditional craftsmanship and innovative maturation techniques.
Tasting Notes
- Aroma: Enticing scents of raisin, smoked sea salt, and vanilla pastry.
- Palate: A harmonious blend of floral sweetness, saline dryness, and gentle smoke, with assertive baking spices and well-integrated sherry notes.
- Finish: Flinty dark chocolate nuances that linger pleasantly.
Production Details
- Composition: A blend of wheat, rye, and malted barley, lightly peated to 10 ppm.
- Distillation: Double distilled in copper pot stills.
- Aging: Matured for 3 years in a variety of casks, including new oak, ex-bourbon, and ex-shochu barrels, followed by an additional 2-year finishing period in ex-sherry casks.
- Alcohol Content: 50% ABV (100 proof), with "Goju" translating to "fifty," indicating its robust strength.
Serving Suggestions
- Neat: Ideal for savoring the intricate layers of flavor.
- With Water: A splash of water can open up additional aromatic and taste dimensions.
- On the Rocks: Chilling slightly tempers the alcohol intensity while maintaining the whisky's character.
Distillery Background
Established in 1919, Eigashima Shuzo holds Japan's first whisky license and remains the country's smallest whisky producer. Serious malt production began in 1984 at their White Oak facility in Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture, where they continue to produce sake, umeshu, and whisky.
The Akashi Goju 50 Sherry Cask Blended Whisky exemplifies Eigashima Shuzo's commitment to quality and innovation, offering a unique and memorable experience for whisky enthusiasts.
