Shochu Nishi-Shuzo Grand Cru Raku Gold

Shochu Nishi-Shuzo Grand Cru Raku GoldNishi Shuzo Harvest: 2022 ABV: 30% Volume: 720 ml Bottling info: Sweet potato sochu made from Kogane Sengan sweet potato and Yamadanishiki rice koji, all harvested from Nishi Shuzos own fields. In a black, velvet effect presentation box. A stunning sochu that is the pinnacle of the category. Incredible notes of banana and mango. IWSC Gold Medal 2018.

Nishi Shuzo is primarily recognized for its line of sweet potato shochus marketed under the brand name Houzan

But don't draw any conclusions from that… Score: 91/100

Distilled in 1991 at Girvan Distillery and bottled by Claxton's as part of the highly regarded Warehouse No

One of 300 bottles

– aged grain whiskies with tropical cask finishes– single malts from different Scotch regions and beyond– cross category maturation styles– limited

my glass was immaculately clean

white grapes

adding an intriguing complexity

while gentle tannins from the wine cask contribute complexity without overwhelming the fruit-forward character

This edition was selected and designed exclusively for The UK Rum Club by Precious Liquors

Cask: Bourbon Barrel 2183

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