Karuizawa (silent) SMWS Society Cask No.132.2 Whisky 22 Year Old · 1991 Vintage

Colour

Deep burnished amber with copper-gold glow and a hint of mahogany.

Nose

Opulent, indulgent nose of lacquered oak and polished leather, entwined with dried plum and fig, drenched in dark honey. Cedar, tobacco and incense rise alongside vanilla and toasted spice, while a pale, mineral smoke threads through. At natural strength, the depth feels brooding and refined—a storied, old-Warehouse character that promises richness to follow.

Palate

Powerful and full-bodied, this Karuizawa coats the palate with dark fruit and cocoa, emerging into espresso, leather and tobacco. Spiced orange peel, cinnamon and cracked pepper weave through a deeply oak-bound core, finishing long with chocolate, resin and a gentle smoke that lingers.

Finish

Long, luxurious finish with peppery spice and resinous wood. Dark chocolate threads with dried citrus, tobacco and espresso, while a gentle smokiness lingers. The warmth remains, silky and wood-polished, slowly fading into a refined whisper of sweetness and lasting elegance.