Togouchi 15YO

Created by Sakurao Brewery & Distillery, formerly Chugoku Jozo. Chugoku Jozo age much of its Togouchi whisky in an old abandoned railroad tunnel below the streets of Hiroshima. The warm winds from the Seto Inland Sea and the cold winds from the mountains cause a large temperature difference throughout the year resulting in rapid maturation of barrels in the Sakurao warehouse. The Togouchi warehouse utilizes an old railway tunnel that maintains cool temperatures regardless of the season, allowing the whisky to slowly mature over time.

A malt whisky with a well-balanced peat aroma and a soft sweetness like vanilla and chocolate is blended with a grain whisky with luxurious citrus notes and a light flavor. A whisky with peat aroma, citrus notes and mellow flavor has been finished.

Soft pastry dusted with cinnamon, pear and hints of dried earth. Nutty malt complemented by milk chocolate, joined by a helping of caraway. Peppercorn, vanilla and a lingering peatiness.