Nose: vanilla, moderately floral, a gentle salinity and a whisper of earthy peat. Honeyed apple/pear. Palate: mellow and smooth, very easy drinking. Vanilla, honey, a touch of green apple, gentle baking spice, floral. A little bit of smoke and earthy peat appear as it transitions to finish. The "green" notes I've come to expect from Hakushu do peek through here. A touch of black pepper. Finish: sweet, lightly warm.
About this bottle
This release from Suntory Whisky Toki is the first limited edition from the brand. The Japanese whisky is made with both peated malt and grain from Hakushu Distillery. Toki Black is bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV) and is available for a limited time beginning September 2025. (SRP $39.99)
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Nose: green apple/orchard fruit, caramel, vanilla. A whiff of peat and smoke. Butter, a bit of sweet oak. A bit of cinnamon and spice here too. Palate: smooth, well balanced between light fruity and malty flavors and sharper grain whisky notes. Green apple as it transitions to finish Finish: shortish, semi floral.
I like this. A very gentle smokiness with a bit of green apple to it.
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