Following “The First Batch,” released in October 2022, Nagahama launched their second single malt made only from Nagahama raw whisky. With a base of whisky distilled in 2019 and aged in Oloroso Sherry, they carefully vat-matured whisky from ex-Koval casks, Islay Quarter casks, and Bourbon Quarter casks, utilizing the experience and technique cultivated through the production of their world-blended whisky series “AMAHAGAN.”

The single malts from the distillery are called “Nagahama.” Reading it from right to left, we have the name of their blended malt whiskies, “Amahagan!”

The rich and mellow single malt from Nagahama Sherry cask harmonizes well with the other aged whiskies, allowing a smoky yet elegant nuance that mingles gently in the aftertaste.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Baked orange, blueberries, cassis, slightly sour plums. A nutty accent of walnuts. A gentle smokiness reminiscent of fading bonfire spreads comfortably.

Palate: Mild mouthfeel. Dry and spicy with layers of raisin sandwiches, berries, plums. Just the right amount of toasted flavour in the middle.

Finish: The bitterness and dryness derived from the different barrels bring out the whole taste.