{"product_id":"shinobu-pure-malt-whisky-mizunara-oak-finish-750ml","title":"Shinobu Pure Malt Whisky Mizunara Oak Finish 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eShinobu Pure Malt Mizunara Oak Finish is a pure malt whisky from Niigata's Shinobu Distillery, hand-crafted by distiller Mr. Usami from carefully selected whiskies first matured in ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks, then finished in precious Japanese Mizunara oak in Japan, bottled at 43% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNiigata is known in Japan for its three white treasures of snow, rice and sake, and for its naturally pure water. Shinobu means forbearance in Japanese, the spirit a distiller needs to make quality whisky. The result is a unique fusion of flavours, dynamic on the palate yet smooth and easy to drink. It is all natural, with no colouring, and non-chill filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTelltale aromas of candied orange peel, toffee, sweet smoke and toasted hazelnuts are joined by herbal tea and spice. The palate is surprisingly mellow and fruit-forward, with vanilla, citrus and smoky oak, and the finish is medium, sweet and woody, with mint and pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its striking label, it makes a memorable gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a splash of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMizunara is a rare Japanese oak, prized by whisky makers for the sandalwood, incense and spice notes it can impart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMizunara oak has been used in Japan since the 1930s and is now sought after by whisky makers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pure malt is made entirely from malted barley whiskies, with no grain whisky in the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNon-chill filtered whisky keeps its natural oils, giving a fuller texture and mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candied orange peel, toffee, sweet smoke and hazelnuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mellow and fruity, vanilla, citrus and smoky oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, sweet and woody, with mint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shinobu Distillery (Niigata)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Pure Malt Whisky, Mizunara oak finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks, finished in Mizunara oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 86 proof (43% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-chill filtered, no colouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Niigata, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a splash of water. It pairs with sushi, candied citrus or dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Shinobu mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForbearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it finished?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Japanese Mizunara oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it chill filtered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is non-chill filtered with no colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shinobu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023485333813,"sku":"VWS_200419882","price":60.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-15318.webp?v=1793657048","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/shinobu-pure-malt-whisky-mizunara-oak-finish-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}