Hatozaki Small Batch 12 years old The Kaikyo Distillery Blended Pure Malt Japanese Whisky 70 cl 46%

Small batch means each release is composed of a limited number of selected casks, giving more consistency than a large blend, but more complexity than a single cask.

Expert Description

Hatozaki Small Batch 12 Year is a Blended Pure Malt Japanese Whisky, bottled at 46%.

The whisky comes from Kaikyo Distillery in Akashi, run by Akashi Sake Brewery. The Small Batch 12 Year edition is composed of a limited number of selected malt whisky casks, all at least 12 years old, giving a more mature and complex profile than the distillery's younger releases.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dried fruit, honey and toasted oak.

Palate

Full-bodied with caramel, spice and a hint of smoke.

Finish

Long and warm.

Specifications

Name: Hatozaki Small Batch 12 Year
Distillery: Kaikyo
Region/Country: Akashi, Japan
Type: Blended Pure Malt Japanese Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4970860880189

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Mature · Spicy · Warm

Did You Know?

Small batch bottlings like this combine the best of both worlds: more complexity than a standard blend, but more batch-to-batch consistency than a single cask bottling.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hatozaki Small Batch 12 Year

What does "Small Batch" mean?

It means the whisky is composed of a limited number of selected casks rather than a large blend.

Is this a single malt?

No, it is a pure malt composed of several malt whisky casks.

How old is the whisky?

All casks in the blend are at least 12 years old.

Who makes Hatozaki Small Batch?

Akashi Sake Brewery at Kaikyo Distillery in Akashi.

How strong is Hatozaki Small Batch 12 Year?

It is bottled at 46% ABV.

What does Hatozaki Small Batch 12 Year taste like?

Full-bodied with dried fruit, honey, caramel, spice and a long, warm finish.