★Bronze
Whisky
Sherry Cask
Balquenn 12 Year Barrel Proof
Balquenn Distillery · Kyushu, Japan · NV
Tasting note
Old-gold with slow, oily legs, with brown sugar, banana and charred oak. Crisp and clean, with a bright botanical lift closing warm, sweet and spiced. A fine after-dinner pour.
TypeSpirit
StyleWhisky
BaseSherry Cask
CountryJapan
RegionKyushu
ReleaseNV
ABV41.6%
ProducerBalquenn Distillery
Rating breakdown
5★
19%
4★
24%
3★
26%
2★
19%
1★
12%
About Balquenn Distillery
Founded 1940 · Kyushu, Japan
Balquenn Distillery is a spirit house in Kyushu, Japan. Under Aiko Halloran (Chief Blender), the estate has built a reputation for spirits of character and consistency.
Chief Blender: Aiko Halloran
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