Alcohol: 46%
Volume: 700ml
This single malt whisky is blended exclusively from malt whiskies produced at the Fuji Gotemba Distillery, allowing you to savor the beauty of Mount Fuji with every sip. Its rich, fruity flavor profile is the hallmark of the diverse malt whiskies that compose this blend.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Vibrant fruity aromas of ripe apple, pineapple, and citrus peel mingle with sweet notes of crème brûlée, honey, and floral hints reminiscent of Darjeeling tea.
Palate: A lusciously soft and velvety mouthfeel bursting with fruity flavors. Intense aromas of ripe white peach, pear, and apricot unfold, evoking the indulgence of a fruit tart.
Finish: Complex sweet notes with an aged character linger pleasantly on the palate.
The Fuji Gotemba Distillery's Whisky-Making Tradition
Honed over nearly 50 years, the whiskies crafted at this distillery are imbued with the essences of Mount Fuji's pristine underground waters, cool climate, ever-present mists, and forest-purified air. The new make spirits patiently await their awakening, absorbing the mountain's majestic natural breath into their aromas and flavors. Since beginning operations in 1973, the distillery has integrated world-renowned whisky-making techniques from Scotland, America, and Canada with Kirin's time-honored brewing expertise and meticulous know-how to create a uniquely Japanese whisky style tailored to the nation's climate and terroir. Nurtured at the foot of Mount Fuji, this whisky exudes a multi-layered, elegant fragrance evocative of fruits and flowers amidst pristine surroundings. Indulge in the "beautiful" flavors of this whisky.
Message from the Blending Team:
"Fuji Single Malt Japanese Whisky" offers a glimpse into the Fuji Gotemba Distillery's dedication to single malt whisky-making and its evolutionary journey. Since its founding, the distillery has upheld the traditional "clean & estery" style, producing vibrant and elegant malt whiskies. Concurrently, it has pioneered innovative mashing and fermentation methods to create fruity, creamy malt whiskies. This single malt is a skillful marriage of these two malt whisky styles. The new malt whisky style developed in the 2010s has matured beautifully, exhibiting the intended luscious fruitiness, prompting its inclusion in this blend. In addition to the distillery's signature American white oak bourbon barrels, we have incorporated beer-matured and French oak wine-matured casks to impart a richer tapestry of flavors. The bourbon barrels lend sweet, floral notes, while the beer casks contribute floral nuances, and the wine casks add fruity depth and richness. By maximizing the diverse character of Fuji Gotemba's malt whiskies – from traditional to innovative styles – we have crafted a single malt whisky that embodies the majestic beauty and vibrant life force of Mount Fuji through its fruit-forward, luscious flavors. We hope this rich, aromatic taste and lingering finish will fill your heart with contentment and joy. In the coming years, the malt whiskies distilled in 2021 using our newly commissioned wooden washbacks and small pot stills will also mature and be incorporated into the Fuji blend, evolving its aromatic and flavor profile further. As you savor the current expression, we invite you to envision its future evolution into an even more multifaceted and sumptuous whisky.
Recommended Drinking Experience:
Enjoy it neat or with 1-3 teaspoons of water to explore the evolving aromas. As you gradually add water, the initial complex, sweet crème brûlée notes transform into ripe fruit tart, then fresh fruit cake, ultimately revealing floral, fruit-infused tea aromas.
*Based on a 30ml serving with 5ml (1 tsp) water added:
Neat (46% ABV): Crème brûlée, vanilla, custard, caramel, ripe fruit
1 tsp water (40% ABV): Fruit tart, ripe apple, pear, white peach, honey
2 tsp water (35% ABV): Fruit cake, citrus, pineapple, pear, white peach, black tea, syrup
3 tsp water (30% ABV): Fruit tea, citrus, pineapple, pear, white peach, apple, black tea, mint
