Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve

Ichiro’s Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve is an incredibly complex pure malt whisky made from a variety of single malts that have been blended and then finished in Japanese Oak casks, known as Mizunara, which imparts a unique flavour profile and character to the liquid.

Japanese Oak, or Mizunara, is incredibly rare and expensive to purchase, so is not often used in barrels for whisky maturation. However, the flavour that is imparted by this type of wood is unique and highly prized. The Mizunara adds notes of perfume and incense to the whiskies, creating a rich and decadent flavour and texture that is uniquely possible with only this type of oak.

The Mizunara casks give the whisky earthy notes of incense, rich sandalwood, and aloe woods, with a touch of white pepper and fresh citrus peels. On the palate there is a pleasing ginger note with fragrant wood spices and honey, finishing with dark chocolate and a subtle hint of smoke and finishing with stone fruits and warming wood spice.