{"product_id":"karuizawa-31-year-old-shinanoya-cask-4961-1981","title":"Karuizawa 31 Year Old Shinanoya Cask 4961 1981","description":"From the legendary Karuizawa distillery, established in 1955 and now closed, this 31 Year Old Shinanoya Cask 4961, distilled in 1981, presents a rare glimpse into its legacy. Bottled in 2012 at 55.3%, this single cask Japanese whisky offers a departure from the distillery`s typical Sherry cask profile, having matured in a Bourbon barrel—a less common practice at Karuizawa. The long maturation process in Nagano`s cool climate has resulted in an oil-rich, robust texture. Tasting notes reveal hints of citrus peel, light peat smoke, and resinous oak, providing insight into the interaction between the spirit and American oak. This release celebrates Shinanoya`s fifth anniversary, making it a notable piece of whisky history.","brand":"Karuizawa","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62414063010122,"sku":"HED60497","price":5350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED60497.jpg?v=1781899029","url":"https:\/\/hedonism.co.uk\/products\/karuizawa-31-year-old-shinanoya-cask-4961-1981","provider":"Hedonism Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}