Karuizawa 17 Year Old 1996 SMWS 132.4 (2013) is an exceptional Japanese single malt whisky from the legendary Karuizawa Distillery, distilled in 1996 and bottled in 2013 by The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Drawn from a single refill butt, cask #132.4, this 17-year-old expression showcases the deep, sherried intensity and complex elegance for which Karuizawa is renowned. A limited release of just 346 bottles, making it a highly sought-after collectible.
Why We Think You’ll Love It
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Rare release from the closed Karuizawa Distillery
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Aged 17 years in a refill sherry butt
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Bottled by The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (Cask #132.4)
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Only 346 bottles—a prized collector’s item
An evocative dram from one of Japan’s most revered silent distilleries.
Bottle Information
Bottle Information
Bottler: Scotch Malt Whisky Society
Cask Type: refill sherry butt
Cask #: #132.4
ABV: 61.70%
Type: Japanese Single Malt
Region: Japanese
Age: 17 Year Old
Vintage: 1996
Volume: 70cl
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Nose Rich and brooding with aromas of dried dates, polished mahogany, incense, and hints of black cherry and damp earth.
Palate Deep and layered, offering flavours of dark chocolate, fig jam, cigar box, and black tea, underpinned by a firm oak spice.
Finish Long and warming with lingering notes of burnt orange peel, old leather, and dry sherry tannins.
