Shunka Shuto Autumn is a Japanese blended whisky, one of a seasonal series celebrating Japan's distinct seasons, aged five to six years in used bourbon barrels and bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).
Shunka Shuto creates a blend unique to each season, made to pair with the foods and flavours of that time of year. The whiskies are crafted from aged corn, rice and malt whiskies and soft mountain spring water from an area surrounded by mountains, where temperature swings are extreme, at the foot of Mt. Fuji.
Autumn in Japan has a comfortable climate, similar to spring, as the summer heat breaks. Designed to mirror that gentle, crisp season, the Autumn blend has a high malt ratio and a subtly sweet, fruit-forward profile: lemon zest and crisp apple on the nose, a lightly sweet palate of green apple, pear, biscuit and mild oak, and a clean, delicate finish with soft citrus and malt.
A charming seasonal bottle, it makes a delightful gift.
Japanese whisky has earned a worldwide reputation for balance and precision, and limited releases from its historic distilleries are among the most sought-after bottles for collectors.
Japanese blended whisky combines malt whisky with grain whisky, and Shunka Shuto uses corn and rice whiskies as its grain component.
Used bourbon barrels give gentle vanilla and soft oak without overwhelming the delicate fruit of the blend.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Lemon zest and crisp apple.
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Palate: Green apple, pear, biscuit and mild oak.
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Finish: Clean and delicate, soft citrus and malt.
Specifications
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Producer: Shunka Shuto
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Style: Japanese Blended Whisky, Autumn
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Grains: Corn, rice and malt whiskies (high malt ratio)
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Age: 5-6 years
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Cask / Finish: Used bourbon barrels
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Region: Near Mt. Fuji, Japan
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it neat, on the rocks or in a highball. It pairs with roasted chestnuts, grilled mushrooms or apple desserts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the seasonal series?
A blend for each Japanese season; this is Autumn.
How long is it aged?
Five to six years in used bourbon barrels.
What makes Autumn different?
A higher malt ratio and a fruit-forward profile.
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