{"product_id":"shunka-shuto-autumn-japanese-blended-whisky-750ml","title":"Shunka Shuto Autumn Japanese Blended Whisky 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eShunka 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).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShunka 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAutumn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA charming seasonal bottle, it makes a delightful gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapanese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapanese blended whisky combines malt whisky with grain whisky, and Shunka Shuto uses corn and rice whiskies as its grain component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed bourbon barrels give gentle vanilla and soft oak without overwhelming the delicate fruit of the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon zest and crisp apple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green apple, pear, biscuit and mild oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and delicate, soft citrus and malt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shunka Shuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Blended Whisky, Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrains:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn, rice and malt whiskies (high malt ratio)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-6 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used bourbon barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 proof (40% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Near Mt. Fuji, 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, on the rocks or in a highball. It pairs with roasted chestnuts, grilled mushrooms or apple desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the seasonal series?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA blend for each Japanese season; this is Autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is it aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFive to six years in used bourbon barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Autumn different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA higher malt ratio and a fruit-forward profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shunka Shuto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023523770677,"sku":"VWS_200423193","price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-14919.webp?v=1793658274","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/shunka-shuto-autumn-japanese-blended-whisky-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}