{"product_id":"the-matsui-sakura-cask-single-malt-japanese-whisky-700ml","title":"The Matsui Sakura Cask Single Malt Japanese Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Matsui Sakura Cask is a Japanese single malt whisky from Kurayoshi Distillery in Tottori, matured in casks made from sakura, Japanese cherry blossom wood, and bottled at 43% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSakura wood gives the whisky a delicate floral character, and the label features Kikukawa Eizan's ukiyo-e masterpiece Beauty in the Cherry Blossom Garden. The distillery chose it because the artist portrayed Japanese women of strength and grace, a fit for a cask that also has an underlying strength of flavour and a sweet aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect a sweet, floral nose from the cherry wood, with a delicate, elegant malt character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented in its illustrated box, it makes a beautiful gift for Japanese whisky lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat, with a drop of water, or in a highball.\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 whisky makers have long experimented with native woods, from Mizunara oak to cherry, and sakura casks are among the most unusual. Cherry wood is aromatic and imparts its character quickly, so it is used with a light touch to add a floral, sweet note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapanese single malt is made from malted barley, distilled in pot stills and matured in wood, much like Scotch, and the category is known for balance and precision. A highball, whisky topped with chilled soda water, is the classic Japanese way to enjoy it on a warm day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sakura (cherry blossom) wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet and floral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate with underlying strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matsui Shuzo, Kurayoshi Distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Single Malt Whisky\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\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sakura cherry blossom wood casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tottori, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat, with a drop of water, or in a highball. It pairs with sushi, cherry desserts or green tea sweets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a sakura cask?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA cask made from Japanese cherry blossom wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Kurayoshi Distillery in Tottori, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is on the label?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKikukawa Eizan's ukiyo-e Beauty in the Cherry Blossom Garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-whiskey\"\u003eWhiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Matsui","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023374709045,"sku":"VWS200429886","price":95.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-8659.webp?v=1793654952","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/the-matsui-sakura-cask-single-malt-japanese-whisky-700ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}