Description
Yamazakura Kuyuri Peated Blended Whisky is a Japanese whisky produced by Sasanokawa Shuzo Distillery, a company founded in 1765 and recognized for its sake and shochu production, which obtained its license to produce whisky in 1946. [cite: Scotch Whisky Auctions, 1, 3, 10] This expression is a blend of malt whisky, including peated malted barley, and grain whisky. It is matured in a combination of Bourbon and sherry casks for at least three years, with a peat rate reaching 50ppm. The whisky is bottled at 46% ABV and is non-chill filtered, aiming to preserve its full aroma spectrum. The name 'Kuyuri' is inspired by gently falling snow, symbolizing the balance of power and purity. It comes in a stylish gift packaging.