Shiga, Japan
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$151.20
$168.00Nagahama Roman 8Yo Pure Malt Whisky 47% 700ml (GB)
Nagahama Distillery founded in 2016 is the smallest distillery in Japan, so their own whisky is not reserved sufficiently yet. Therefore they have been importing whisky from Scotland, where their master blender thoroughly studied about whisky production before the distillery’s foundation. The master blender selected whisky carefully, visiting various distilleries in Scotland. He blended and matured the whisky at Nagahama Distillery.
Nagahama Distillery is located on the side of Lake Biwa which is the largest lake in Japan and called “Mother Lake” . It is said to be very suitable for maturing whisky because amount of the lake’ s water moderates the surrounding climate. The letters of “Roman “ on the bottle mean romance in English. We can say that a new adventure of Nagahama Distillery has begun with the selected whisky in the suitable land.
〜Tasting Notes〜
Aroma: In a balance of gorgeous vanilla aroma and gentle barrel aroma, fruity sweet aroma is powerful and rich. Aroma Ester reminiscent of fresh green apples spreads over the glass over time.
Taste: Spreading malt sweetness, freshness reminiscent of freshly cut apples. The finish has a bitter and spicy taste that tightens the whole. Complex but soft, dry finish is pleasant
Color: Light amber
Non Chill-filtered.
Distillery: Nagahama Distillery
Alcohol Content: 47%
Volume: 700ml
AWARD:
2021 SAN FRANCISCO WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION – GOLD AWARD
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$88.20
$98.00Nagahama Roman Blended Whisky 43% 700ml (GB)
NAGAHAMA ROMAN Blended Whisky
Nagahama Distillery founded in 2016 is the smallest distillery in Japan, so their own whisky is not reserved sufficiently yet. Therefore they have been importing whisky from Scotland, where their master blender thoroughly studied about whisky production before the distillery’s foundation. The master blender selected whisky carefully, visiting various distilleries in Scotland. He blended and matured the whisky at Nagahama Distillery.
Nagahama Distillery is located on the side of Lake Biwa which is the largest lake in Japan and called “Mother Lake” . It is said to be very suitable for maturing whisky because amount of the lake’ s water moderates the surrounding climate. The letters of “Roman “ on the bottle mean romance in English. We can say that a new adventure of Nagahama Distillery has begun with the selected whisky in the suitable land.
〜Tasting Notes〜
Aroma: Refreshing aroma reminiscent of the richness of chocolate, orange peel and tropical fruits and pleasant herbs.
Taste: Tenderness like white peach, cotton candy and caramel, while maintaining the rich sweetness and freshness. Long finish and lingering gentle taste.
Color: Clear and pale gold
Non Chill-filtered.
Distillery: Nagahama Distillery
Alcohol Content: 43%
Volume: 700ml
AWARD:
2021 SAN FRANCISCO WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION – BRONZE AWARD
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$268.00Amahagan World Malt Whisky Edition No.5 Sherry Cask Finish 700ml (GB)
AMAHAGAN World Malt Edition was founded based on one of the most important technique in Whisky – blending. This is the fifth release of World Malt ‘AMAHAGAN’ series. Matured in sherry cask which is one of most popular type of casks all over the world.
〜Tasting Notes〜
Nose: impressive aroma of ripe fruit and fresh-baked apple.Brown sugar, dried citrus fruits, freshly grated leather.
Palate: Smooth taste with a tangy end of strawberry jam and end of sweetness. Swirling aromas of maple syrup and raisin over flow as the time pass by.
Finish: Lingering finish sings with dryness and gentle species which come from cask maturation.
Appearance: Deep amber
Distillery: Nagahama Distillery
Alcohol Content: 47%
Volume: 700ml
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$268.00Amahagan World Malt Whisky Edition No.4 Yamazakura 47% 700ml (GB)
This Amahagan Yamazakura Wood Finish is a fantastic blend of malts from the up and coming Nagahama distillery. The distillery now has a number of whiskies in its range and they have been well received in Japan and beyond. This one brings the essence of “Yamazakura” – Yama meaning mountains and Sakura referring to Cherry Blossom trees – to the bottle. Refreshing aromas of wild cherry blossom combine with hints of incense, orange peel and black honey to create a fantastic overall drinking experience.
〜Tasting Notes〜
Nose: Sweet and gentle. Malt sweetness from NAGAHAMA new make. It features cherry blossom and plum aroma reminiscent of Japan.
Palate: Brown sugar, orange peel. After that, the gorgeous and elegant sweetness spread in your mouth.
Finish: Long. Refreshing and comfortable astringency finish like tea.
Non Chill-filtered and Non Coloured.
Distillery: Nagahama Distillery
Alcohol Content: 47%
Volume: 700ml
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$288.00Amahagan World Malt Whisky Edition No.3 Mizunara 47% 700ml (GB)
Light amber with a sweet malt aroma, as if the long malt spilling from the glass, well matched with other fruits such as orange and red apple. The fragrances originating from Mizunara wood continue to linger along with a nice soft smokiness, and a sweet caramel tones of woodiness finish at last. The flavour of sweet orange peel and brown sugar will be found after a sip, followed by the aftertaste of bitter chocolate melting in the mouth.
✔︎ Category Winner (World Whisky Award, 2020)
〜Tasting Notes〜
Nose: Sweet and complex. Malt sweetness from NAGAHAMA new-make. Orange, red apple. As time passes, the characteristics of Mizunara, fragrant wood flavor reveal. Caramel and sweet oak.
Palate: Brown sugar, baked orange cake. After that, bitterness like dark chocolate gradually spreads in your mouth.
Finish: Long. Crisp citrus and warmness oak and bitterness dark chocolate.
Non Chill-filtered and Non Coloured.
Distillery: Nagahama Distillery
Alcohol Content: 47%
Volume: 700ml
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$268.00Amahagan World Malt Whisky Edition No.2 Red Wine 47% 700ml (GB)
The color is reddish and glossy brick. The flavor from red wines such as raisins and berries is in perfect harmony with the unique malt flavour of Nagahama. A refreshing afterstate of orange peel can be enjoyed. The sweetness of grain carries through the finish with a long, moderate astringent taste. Please enjoy the flavors linger long after the sip.
〜Tasting Notes〜
NoseRich and brilliant. Perfect harmony with malt sweetness from NAGAHAMA newmake and ripe fry fruits, raisin and red berry.
Palate: Sweet and deep. After taste is silky tannin’s bitterness.
Finish: Medium. Spice like cinnamon and pepper.
〜Award List〜
✔︎ Gold Medal (World Whisky Award, 2020)
✔︎ Bronze 90pts (Melbourne International Spirits Competition, 2020)
Non Chill-filtered and Non Coloured.
Distillery: Nagahama Distillery
Alcohol Content: 47%
Volume: 700ml
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$268.00Amahagan World Malt Whisky Edition No.1 Bourbon 47% 700ml (GB)
The first blended malt whisky from the Nagahama distillery, one of Japan’s newest and smallest distilleries. The malt series is the challenge of making a single malt in the future. We beautifully blend our new products with a selection of malt whiskies from overseas. Filled at the end of 2018 with 47% only selected malt whiskies from the own distillery and a selection of malt whiskies from overseas.
〜Award List〜
✔︎ Bronze Medal (World Whisky Award, 2020)
✔︎ Bronze 91pts (Melbourne International Spirits Competition, 2020)
〜Tasting Notes〜
Nose: Orange, Chocolate, Vanilla and nuts from oak.
Palate: Rich fruit flavor like orange, apple. Crisp malt sweetness from NAGAHAMA NEWMAKE.
Finish: Medium, fruity finish.
Non Chill-filtered and Non Coloured.
Distillery: Nagahama Distillery
Alcohol Content: 47%
Volume: 700ml
