{"product_id":"suntory-pure-malt-whisky-1991-furudaru-shiage-750ml","title":"Suntory Pure Malt Whisky 1991 Furudaru Shiage 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuntory Pure Malt Whisky 1991 Furudaru Shiage is a rare, discontinued Japanese pure malt whisky from Suntory, bottled at 43% ABV in a 750ml bottle. It is a true vintage \"dusty\", dated 1991 on its label and presented in its original box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFurudaru Shiage means \"old barrel finished\". The whisky was finished in long-used casks, which add depth and roundness without heavy new-oak flavour. The label also carries the characters for bamboo-charcoal filtration (竹炭濾過): the whisky was filtered through charcoal made from bamboo, a distinctly Japanese step that gives a smooth, polished texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis was one of a series of experimental pure malt bottlings Suntory made for the Japanese market around that time, before the world discovered Japanese whisky. These small releases were rarely exported, and unopened bottles in their boxes have become collector's items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dark bottle with its black and gold label, and the plain kraft box brushed with the Furudaru Shiage name in calligraphy, make it a striking piece for a Japanese whisky shelf and a thoughtful gift for someone born in 1991.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, expect a mellow, rounded malt with dried fruit, honey and soft wood, smoothed by the bamboo-charcoal filtration and the gentle influence of old casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried fruit, honey and soft wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round and mellow, with malt sweetness and gentle oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and medium in length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suntory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese pure malt whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1991 (dated on the label)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old barrel finished (Furudaru Shiage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bamboo charcoal\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\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 in a small tulip glass, or with a single ice cube. Let it rest in the glass for a few minutes to open up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Furudaru Shiage mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Old barrel finished\": the whisky was finished in long-used casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is bamboo-charcoal filtration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whisky was filtered through charcoal made from bamboo, for a smoother texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it still produced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a discontinued, vintage-dated bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suntory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68253669589301,"sku":"VWS200435944","price":201.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-46421.webp?v=1794595415","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/suntory-pure-malt-whisky-1991-furudaru-shiage-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}