The Kurayoshi Pure Malt Whisky

The Kurayoshi Pure Malt Whisky

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Whisky Information

ABV
43%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Blended Malt Whisky
Distillery
Matsui Shuzo
Bottling Year
04.2016
Cask Types
Sherry Cask

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Recent history

Lowest Price:£32.50(2026-05-01)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Carmen Reynolds

Carmen Reynolds

May 12, 2026, 19:30:51

Ah this one's got a lovely nose on it! 🥃 First sniff and I'm gettin' some proper ripe fruit - like plums or sultanas. Then underneath there's a touch of somethin' woody... maybe a bit of spice too. Cinnamon? Tastewise it's smooth enough but got a bit of a kick. 🍯 There's a honey sweetness right at the front, then it sorta develops into somethin' more... nutty? Almonds, maybe. Nice long finish that lingers. Slightly smoky right at the end which I quite fancy. 👌

Alice Lee

Alice Lee

May 11, 2026, 22:01:27

Blimey, this whisky's got a real depth to it, innit? 😄 Starts with a smokiness that hits ya, then mellows into summat sweet—like honey or maybe caramel. Fruity hints too, think apples or pears. The finish is long and warm, leaves you feelin' all cozy. 👌 Just a bit o' spice there, adds to the character. Really enjoyin' this one! 🥃

Leo Campbell

Leo Campbell

May 9, 2026, 06:53:03

Right, so... first off it's a bit of a wee beastie, innit? 🥃 Nose gets you some earthy, smoky notes straight away – like a bonfire in autumn 🍂. Then there's a hit of ginger spice and cinnamon, really warm. Palate is surprisingly smooth though. Dark chocolate, honey, a touch of vanilla. Maybe some toasted oak in there too? Finish lingers nicely. That smokiness comes back, but it's balanced with a sort of malty sweetness. A proper winter warmer, this one. 💪 Not too shabby at all.

Reece Carter

Reece Carter

May 6, 2026, 04:51:09

Blimey, this dram's got a lovely smoky kick, kinda like a bonfire on a chilly night 🥃 Hints of sweet honey and a bit of woody spice, makes me wanna sip it slow, you know? 😋 Finish's long and warm, leaves a nice tingle. Proper good stuff, mate! 👍

Andy Bennett

Andy Bennett

May 5, 2026, 05:42:09

Mmm lovely 🥃 gettin some real smooth honey and malty sweetness on teh nose Bit of dried fruit and sherry comin thru, touch of warm ginger 🍯 Proper soft and mellow on teh palate, nice floral hints and gentle wood Long finish wiv a wee bit of leather and salt lingerin 👌 Dead nice for a quiet evenin this 😊

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