Sakurao Single Malt Whisky - 70cl - Boxed

Sakurao

Format: 70 cl

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Technical information
Producer Sakurao
Type Whisky
Aromatic profile Floral, fruity notes, slightly smoky
Ingredients Malted barley, water, yeast
Format 70 cl
Gradation 43.0%
Country Giappone
Type of cask American and European oak barrels
Aging Minimum 3 years
Distillation method Copper pot still distillation
Number of distillations 2
Filtration Cold filtration
Color Light amber
Consumption Neat, with water or ice
The Sakurao Single Malt Whisky is crafted in the heart of the historic Japanese territory of Hiroshima, where the art of distillation meets the incredible purity of the surrounding nature. Presented in an elegantly cased bottle, this whisky is a true gem for connoisseurs of the genre.

Produced with great mastery by the Sakurao distillery, this Single Malt stands out for its unique character, the result of a meticulous selection process of the malts and a carefully controlled maturation in oak barrels that have previously hosted Bourbon or sherry wine. The result is a liquor of surprising complexity and unique smoothness.

On the nose, the Sakurao Single Malt Whisky unfolds a rich aromatic bouquet, with notes of ripe fruit, sweet malt, and a subtle smoky accent that recalls the tradition of great whiskies. On the palate, it offers intense and enveloping flavors of caramel, chocolate, and spices, with a long and persistently aromatic aftertaste.

Recommended to be enjoyed neat, or with a small addition of water to enhance its fragrances and flavors, this whisky is perfect for accompanying moments of pure relaxation or as a special gift for any enthusiast of high-quality spirits.

With its 70cl of liquid elegance, the Sakurao Single Malt Whisky is a must-have for every collector and provides a tasting experience that will leave a lasting impression. From the first sip, you enter a world of balance and refinement that only Japan can offer in the field of high-end distillation.
Distillery

Sakurao

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Sakurao.

Sakurao is a Japanese producer of gin and whisky based in Hatsukaichi (Hiroshima Prefecture). Born from the centuries-old experience of a local production business, the Sakurao Distillery project was launched in 2017 to produce artisanal gin and Japanese single malt using local botanicals and raw materials.
Japanese gin Japanese single malt Japanese blended whisky liqueurs and umeshu
Country Japan
Region Hiroshima
Founded 1918

Distillation

For gin: a hybrid copper still (German model) with a mixed method combining botanical infusion and steam distillation through a basket; for whisky: conventional distillation for malt and subsequent ageing (technical details not specified in sources).

Ageing

Maturation in warehouses/environments with different microclimates (e.g. coastal and mountain areas of Hiroshima Prefecture); casks with different types of maturation/finish are used depending on the expression.

Raw materials

malt (for the whiskies) citrus (lemon, navel, yuzu, dai dai) juniper / juniper berries hinoki (Japanese cypress) green tea shiso (perilla) ginger wasabi

Representative products

Gin Sakurao Classic 70cl Sakurao Limited - 70cl - Boxed Sakurao Original - 70cl - Boxed Sakurao Single Malt Whisky - 70cl - Boxed

Official Awards

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