Shibui Single Grain 8 Year Sherry Cask Japanese Whisky 750mL

A Unique Japanese Whisky Crafted in Okinawa

The Shibui Single Grain 8 Year Sherry Cask Japanese Whisky is a celebration of craftsmanship and tradition, exclusively distilled, matured, and bottled at the historic Shinzato Distillery, established in 1846. This exquisite single grain whisky, aged for eight years in Fino and Manzanilla sherry casks, delivers indulgent dessert-like flavors that captivate the senses. With only 3,000 bottles produced, this limited-edition release is a treasure for connoisseurs and collectors alike.

Product Details

• Type: Single Grain Japanese Whisky
• Distillation: Single stainless steel pot still
• Fermentation: Okinawan black koji and yeast
• Mashbill: Premium Indica long grain rice
• ABV: 40%
• Cask Maturation: Rested for eight years in ex-Fino and Manzanilla sherry oak casks
• Filtration: Non-chill filtered, natural color
• Production: Very limited edition fewer than 3,000 bottles available

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Rich and inviting, with a dessert-like bouquet reminiscent of bananas foster and creamy vanilla.
• Palate: A luscious medley of flavors, highlighting vanilla ice cream, ripe banana, and a touch of spiced oak.
• Finish: Smooth and refined, with lingering notes of oak spices and sweet sherry richness.

Key Features

• Rare & Limited Edition: With fewer than 3,000 bottles crafted, this whisky is an exceptional collectors item.
• Exceptional Aging: Eight years of maturation in Fino and Manzanilla sherry casks create a complex and dessert-like profile.
• Historic Distillery: Produced by the esteemed Shinzato Distillery, bringing nearly two centuries of expertise.
• Award-Winning: Scored 90 points by Whisky Advocate, a testament to its quality and craftsmanship.

How to Enjoy

• Neat: Savor its complex dessert-like flavors by sipping neat in a Glencairn glass.
• On the Rocks: Add a single large ice cube to slightly mellow the sweetness while enhancing the oak notes.
• Cocktail: Create a refined dessert cocktail, such as a Japanese-inspired Manhattan, to showcase its sherry-aged complexity.