Niigata

Niigata Moscatel Sherry Cask 3 Year Old, Moscatel Sherry Cask, Cask #SH42, No. 27, 2023, Ghost Series, 61%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 7
Average Score
N.A
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Description

This is the twenty-seventh release in the Yoshitorshi Ghost Series, a selection of rare Japanese whiskies from Stefan Van Eycken, a whisky enthusiast and author of Whisky Rising: The Definitive Guide to the Finest Whiskies and Distillers of Japan. Each bottle in the collection features a Yukiyo-e artwork from Yoshitoshi's New Forms of 36 Ghosts. Distillery Bottling is a term used to define a whisk ...

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Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - May 4, 2026SGD 477.07
Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - May 4, 2026SGD 477.07
Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Apr 6, 2026SGD 625.65
Cask type
Moscatel Sherry Cask
Bottling
Independent Bottling - Ghost Series
Peated
N.A
Single cask
Yes
Non-chill filtered
N.A
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
SH42
Batch
No. 27
PPM
N.A
Barley
N.A
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
Yes
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
N.A
Closure
Cork
Presentation
N.A
Series highlights
Yoshitorshi Ghost Series
Historical context
Late Heian period, referenced by the featured Yoshitoshi artwork of Taira no Kiyomori
Special release
N.A
Allocation
N.A
Nose
A gentle, fruity sweetness greeted me first, reminiscent of ripe pears and apricots. This was beautifully balanced by a subtle hint of oak and a delicate floral undertone, creating an enticing complexity that invited me to explore more deeply.
Palate
The initial sip was a revelation. On the palate, the whisky unfolded a rich tapestry of flavors. The sweet, syrupy notes of the moscatel sherry came through vividly, accompanied by a touch of spice, which was both surprising and delightful. Alongside these were hints of vanilla and a whisper of chocolate, giving the whisky a creamy, full-bodied texture that lingered elegantly on the tongue.
Finish
The finish was graceful and enduring. It wrapped up the experience with a gentle warmth, leaving behind a lingering note of dried fruit and a whisper of nutmeg. This aftertaste was neither abrupt nor overly prolonged, concluding the sipping experience on a smooth, satisfying note.
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