Saburomaru III The Empress - 2020/2023 - Heavily Islay Peated
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Profile: Saburomaru III The Empress - 2020/2023 - Heavily Islay Peated at a glance
- Japanese origin: This whisky comes from the Saburomaru Distillery in Toyama Prefecture and combines Japanese precision with a distinctly smoky style.
- True to Islay: Its bold peat character is reminiscent of Scotch Islay whiskies, while still remaining clearly its own Japanese interpretation.
- Crafted with character: This original bottling was distilled in 2020 and bottled in 2023, resulting in a young, direct and very vibrant expression.
- Unaltered presentation: Bottled without colouring and at 48.0% abv, it comes across as authentic, straightforward and powerful.
- Distinctive edition: The “The Empress” concept combines a sense of style with an unusually smoky aromatic profile, making this release especially appealing to fans of intense malts.
Portrait: What defines Saburomaru III The Empress - 2020/2023 - Heavily Islay Peated
The Saburomaru Distillery has long been known in Japan for whiskies with a distinctive profile, and “III The Empress” continues that approach with a particularly peat-driven direction. As an original bottling from 2020 to 2023, it shows how powerfully and precisely Japanese distilling can perform when inspired by the intense peat tradition of Scotland’s Islay region.
The result is a whisky that does not rely on easygoing subtlety, but instead impresses with a clear presence. Heavy smoke takes centre stage, yet it is meaningfully supported by fruity and spicy nuances. This gives the whisky depth and structure rather than a one-dimensional profile, making it attractive both to fans of heavily peated malts and to curious drinkers looking for a Japanese take on this style.
Bottled at 48.0% abv, without colouring and in a natural presentation, it retains the distillery’s character in a very honest way. “The Empress” is less about loud theatrics and more about a well-composed expression of smoke, fruit and spice that credibly reflects Saburomaru’s style.
Tasting Notes: How Saburomaru III The Empress - 2020/2023 - Heavily Islay Peated tastes
- Aroma: Dense smoke meets green apple, pear and a hint of citrus. In the background there are touches of honey, vanilla and a fine peppery spice.
- Palate: On the palate, the whisky feels intensely peaty yet lively. Fruity apple notes, oak spice and a little black pepper add definition to the robust body.
- Finish: The finish fades slowly, leaving lingering smoke, a gentle toffee sweetness and a subtle woody spice.
| Bottler: | Original Bottling |
|---|---|
| Bottling Date: | 2023 |
| Alcohol: | 48,00%vol. |
| Distillery: | Saburomaru Distillery |
| Destillation Date: | 2020 |
| Coloured: | Natural Colour |
| Volume: | 0,7l |
| Country: | Japan |
| Product Type: | Japanischer Whisky |
| Product Category: | Whisky |
| Product brand: | Saburomaru Distillery |
| Responsible food business operator: | Kirsch Import GmbH & Co. KG, Mackenstedter Str. 7, 28816 Stuhr, Deutschland |
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