Togouchi Premium Japanese Blended Whisky [700ML]

Description

Ever wondered what happens when Scottish malt meets Canadian grain in the heart of Japan’s mountains?

Togouchi Premium represents one of Japan’s most unconventional whisky stories. This remarkable blend marries Scottish malt and Canadian grain whiskies that undergo their final maturation in an abandoned railway tunnel deep within the Nishi Chugoku Sanchi mountains. The unique underground aging environment creates a distinctly light and delicate character that sets it apart from traditional Japanese expressions. While exploring premium blends, consider comparing this to the robust Big Peat Islay Blended Malt for contrast, or the BenRiach Smoky 12 Years for another international perspective.

• Producer: Chugoku Jozo – innovative Japanese blender since establishment
• Origin: Togouchi tunnel, Nishi Chugoku Sanchi mountains – unique underground maturation
• ABV: 40% – perfectly balanced for smooth sipping
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: Tunnel-aged blend of international whiskies
• Tasting Notes: Honey and vanilla greet the nose with white pepper hints, while milk chocolate and sultana emerge on the palate, finishing with coconut, caramel, and exotic fruit sweetness
• Best Served: Neat at room temperature, excellent for highballs

Our team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has found this whisky particularly divisive yet intriguing – its unconventional production method creates a profile that challenges traditional expectations. We’ve evaluated numerous Japanese blends, and this tunnel-maturation technique produces remarkably smooth, approachable characteristics that surprise even experienced drinkers.

Ideal for: Whisky enthusiasts seeking unique production stories, gift-giving occasions. Pairs with: Light Malaysian fare like steamed fish, dim sum, or coconut-based desserts that complement its delicate sweetness. Recommended for: Those appreciating international blending artistry, alongside expressions like Glenfiddich Perpetual Collection 15 Years for comparative tasting sessions.