Togouchi 9YO

Created by Sakurao Brewery & Distillery, formerly Chugoku Jozo. Chugoku Jozo age much of its Togouchi whisky in an old abandoned railroad tunnel below the streets of Hiroshima. The warm winds from the Seto Inland Sea and the cold winds from the mountains cause a large temperature difference throughout the year resulting in rapid maturation of barrels in the Sakurao warehouse. The Togouchi warehouse utilizes an old railway tunnel that maintains cool temperatures regardless of the season, allowing the whisky to slowly mature over time.

The nosing is extremely intense and dominated by fruity aromas and sweet spices. On the palate, the Togouchi 9 YO is mild and dry with accents of lemons, oranges and spices. The aftertaste is pleasantly long and presents the predominant notes and complements them with a little peat smoke.