Shinobu Kihei Single Malt Japanese Whisky 700ml

Region : Japan

Alcohol : 56%

Volume : 700ml

Website : https://shinobudistillery.com/ 

Shinobu Kihei Single Malt Whisky embodies the Shinobu Distillery's signature richness and harmony, a powerful yet balanced whisky from the heart of Niigata Prefecture. Crafted by second-generation Malt Master Ken Usami, this single malt is inspired by the Kihei heritage, a symbol of monk-like piety and samurai-like strength, and pays tribute to their enduring leadership, unwavering determination, and indomitable spirit. Aged in carefully selected bourbon casks, sherry casks, and large barrels, the resulting whisky boasts complex aromas of dried fruits, spices, and subtle oak.

Aroma: Vanilla, peach, dark chocolate, cocoa, mango, and delicate smokiness.

Palate: Balanced and rich, combining sweet fruit with smoky layers, leaving a lingering finish.

"SHINOBU" means “forbearance” in Japanese, symbolizing the spirit of a samurai, like making great spirits which takes time, patience and persistence.  

Shinobu Distillery is located in beautiful Niigata prefecture of Japan, a place that is praised locally by its “three white treasures,” namely SNOW, RICE AND SAKE.  

In the distillery lives a passionate whisky lover and an experienced brewer, Mr. Ken Usami, who also founded the craft beer brewery called Niigata Beer 20 years ago in the same town. As an innovator by heart, Mr. Usami was the first brewer to apply SECONDARY BOTTLE FERMENTATION AND AGING in Niigata beer.  

Mr. Usami dreams of creating a local whisky distillery that will be able to showcase the quality of local pure water and serves the passionate community of spirit lovers. Finally in 2017, Mr. Usami obtained the first whisky license for Niigata (another FIRST!) and thus started his journey of becoming a distiller.  While the distillery is still under construction, Mr. Usami wants to experiment with blending WORLD WHISKIES to create the unique flavours of Japan. Thus the first expressions of Mizunara oak finish are born.