The Shin Malt Whisky Aged 15 Years is produced at Shinobu Distillery in Japan's Niigata Prefecture. The whisky is finished in Japanese Mizunara oak casks after being aged in traditional oak barrels. It is bottled at 48% ABV and typically sells for around $110.
Golden amber color. Aromas and flavors of chocolate covered cherry, strawberry compote dusted with nutmeg, Shinto shrine, and incense with a round, crisp, dry medium body and a warming, complex, medium-long finish evoking notes of cherry and strawberry, mahogany, apple cinnamon creme brulee, and connecticut shade wrapper and cocoa nibs.