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Enso

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Enso is a Japanese whisky brand known for the Enso Japanese Blended Whisky label: a blended pot-still sold in 70 cl bottles at 40% ABV with a fruity and floral aromatic profile.
japanese whisky blended whisky whisky for cocktails
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Producer range Enso

Spirit categories

japanese whisky blended whisky whisky for cocktails

Representative products

Enso Japanese Blended Whisky - 70cl

Raw materials

malted barley cereals

Casks and ageing vessels

American oak European oak
Distillation and production

Distillation and production

Production method

Produced as a blended whisky composed of distillates obtained mainly in pot stills; the specific components of the blend are not publicly disclosed. Official and commercial sources indicate the final assembly/blend in Japan.

Distillation

Blend of distillates obtained mainly with pot stills (components distilled in pot stills).

Ageing

Maturation in oak casks; sources indicate in particular American oak casks (some report also the use of European oak).

Producer history Enso

According to the official narrative, the ENSŌ brand was born as a tribute to a group of artists who used the zen symbol ensō (circle) to express creativity and rebellion against conventions. The story on the brand's site describes the generational relationship between a master blender father and his artist son, from which the idea arose to create whiskies that encourage creative consumption and use in cocktails and long drinks.

Production philosophy

ENSŌ promotes a creative, unconventional approach to whisky: it celebrates expressive freedom and experimentation, encouraging consumption both in cocktails and in traditional tasting.

Territory

Japan (Japanese blend; some sources indicate Kiyokawa in Kanagawa prefecture as the reference area)

Awards and recognitions

Gold Medal and Best in Show By Country (Japan) — London Spirits Competition 2021.

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