Kujira Ryukyu Whisky 31 Years Old (43% abv)

The Kujira 31 Years Old Ryukyu Whisky is the embodiment of Masahiro Distillery’s exceptional craftsmanship in the past 140 years. Handpicked by the Master Blender, Mr. Arakaki Sunao, this exquisite single grain whisky is distilled from 100% premium rice and matured more than three decades in ex-Sherry, Bourbon and White Oak Casks before finishing in first-fill Oloroso casks.

Surrounded by sea and mountains, Masahiro Shuzo locates in Okinawa, situated at blessed subtropical climate that brings subtle fruity and floral flavors and robust body to the whisky during maturation process. Highly complex and beautifully balanced, this whisky exhibits delicate sweet elements of caramel, dried fruits and oriental botanicals. Each bottle of the Kujira 31 Years Old Ryukyu Whisky is individually numbered and labeled in handmade Japanese paper. With only 999 bottles released globally, this is the apex of Ryukyu Whisky and the jewel in the crown, for now or never.

Tasting notes:

Colour: Dark amber

Nose: Dried fruits, caramel, oaky spices, hint of tropical botanicals

Palate: Rich sweet elements of dried fruits, toasted oak, caramel pudding, and hint of tropical herbs

Finish: Smooth, elegant, and long finish lingering with toffee and fruit flavours.