Even the most ardent fans of Japanese whiskey would be forgiven not to have heard of the Matsui distillery. Located in Tottori, a coastal prefecture on southern Honshu mostly known for its dunes. It is also the location of Matsui Breweries, which makes traditional Japanese sake and shochu, as well as whiskey.

This bottle, the Kurayoshi Pure Malt 12-Year-Old, is one of the finest things this distillery has produced. We were quite impressed with this new offering, and we bet that you will be as well. And as far as we know, we are the only shop outside of Japan to stock it.

It's made with whiskies sourced from Scottish distilleries, blended with Japanese whisky and volcanic-stone-filtered water.

The rich aroma of fragrant mixed nuts, almonds and the heavy malt aroma spread throughout the mouth, giving a sense of the long-term maturation of over 12 years. Good vanilla and raisins with faint smokiness is felt.

46% ABV / 92 Proof

750 ML