Kura Whiskey Blended Rum Cask 700ml

A variation of Kura The Whisky blended malt whisky, which has enjoyed a finishing period in casks that previously held rum. We’re rather fold of rum cask finished whiskies, as they help to bolster any lip-smacking fruit notes – and that’s exactly what has happened here.

Situated in Nago-city, the Northern Area of Okinawa that is known for its rich natural environment, Helios has placed high value on preservation of the environment and making the best use of Okinawa’s natural resources and history, and dedicate to produce authentic and good whiskies.

Based on the principal, Tadashi Matsuda, the founder, Helios Co. has been distilling spirits over 50 years and promoting the identity, culture, and know-how of Okinawa. This is why, company’s main theme is “From Okinawa to The World”!

Kura Rum Cask Malt Whisky is a blended malt whisky made with malted barley, yeast and water. It is rested minimum three years in American Oak barrels. Being originally a Japanese Rum producer, Helios Co. has second aged the precious whisky in their own local Japanese Rum barrels to attain a perfectly balanced whisky with hints of tropical fruits, vanilla a seaweed. The blend consists of varying malt whiskies that ages up to 18 years, while the youngest whisky in the blend is three years.

Kura the Whisky Blended Rum Cask Tasting Notes

Nose: Toasted oak to the fore, before a kick of green apple and spiced mango chutney.

Palate: Tangy orange and lemon, followed by a touch of menthol. Still quite smoky.

Finish: Burnt sugar, stewed pears and heavy hints of clove.