Writers Tears Japanese Cask Whiskey 55% 700ml

Writers' Tears Japanese Cask Whiskey 700ml
Blended Irish Whiskey - 55% ABV | Walsh Whiskey, Carlow, Ireland

Where Ireland Meets the East Wind
Released as a limited-edition expression in 2021, Writers' Tears Japanese Cask is a fusion of Irish whiskey tradition and Japanese craftsmanship. This unique bottling combines triple-distilled single malt and single pot still whiskey - without grain spirit - matured in American oak before a finishing period in rare Japanese Mizunara oak casks sourced from the island of Hokkaido. Bottled at a robust 55% ABV, non-chill filtered, and limited in availability, it exemplifies the growing cross-cultural dialogue in modern whiskey making.

Exotic Spice, Sandalwood Smoke and Orchard Elegance
On the nose, green apple and pear meet incense, sandalwood, and hints of coconut husk - aromatics typical of Mizunara's porous, fragrant oak. The palate is rich and layered: honeyed malt, white peach, clove and a touch of dried mango, all wrapped in an earthy, resinous spice. A subtle tannic grip lends structure without harshness. The finish is long and evolving, with whispers of lemongrass, cinnamon bark and sweet oak smoke.

Final Thought
A contemplative and culturally distinctive release, Writers' Tears Japanese Cask is for those who seek Irish soul with an Eastern inflection. Bold, aromatic and memorably complex - this is a conversation in oak, across oceans.

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