Kaikyo Distillery Hatozaki Pure Malt
The Hatozaki Lighthouse, the oldest stone lighthouse in Japan, has been a guide for sailors navigating the turbulent waters before the port of Akashi since 1620. It is a symbol of dependability, openness to the wider world and trade which enables the exchange of goods and ideas. Kaikyo chose this lighthouse, which stands close to their distillery, as the perfect icon to represent their whisky. Hatozaki Pure Malt is a Japanese Blended Whisky aged for several years in ex bourbon casks, ex sherry casks and Japanese Mizunara casks from the Hokkaido and Tohuku forests. The whisky carries a rich profile of cereals and dried fruit, with accents of smoke and honey on the finish. Composed of 100% malt whiskies and blended from 5 to 6-year old single malt, it is only produced in small batches of less than 20 casks. Round, generous and un-peated. The sweet taste of malted cereals and dried fruit are uplifted by a light smoky undertone and an aromatic honey finish on the palate.