Kiyokawa Kensei Blended Japanese Whisky

A complex Japanese Blended Whisky from the Kensei Distillery in Honshu Kanto, Japan, aged up to four years in American oak barrels before bottling. It has a fresh, fruity beginning with notes of wood, hints of dried fruits, honey, and cut flowers; while a rich middle adds notes of smoke, vanilla, and toasted spices; leading to a long and bold end with notes of wildflowers, fruit, hints of cherry, and caramel. July 2019 / August 2022

Sweet notes: first plum and cherry, then shifting to a honeyed, bitter orange flavor. However, the dryness definitely dominates the sweetness. The dryness now brings notes of dried fruit like almonds. On the palate it's straightforward, with mild spice and woodiness. Short finish where bitter orange predominates.

Full and mellow, leaning toward the sugary end, much like brandy.

Smooth texture, with flavors of oak and sweet spices

A clean aroma with a subtle start and a peppery finish.

Sweet and light.