{"product_id":"matsui-single-malt-whisky-sakura-cask-700ml","title":"Matsui Single Malt Whisky Sakura Cask 700mL — Floral Oak, Gentle Power","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"393\"\u003e🥃 This is Japanese single malt with a softer, more fragrant edge. Matsui Sakura Cask leans into delicate blossom-like sweetness, polished malt character and a fine thread of oak, giving it a profile that feels elegant, lifted and quietly distinctive. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eMade by Kurayoshi Distillery under the Matsui label in Tottori, this single malt is matured in rare sakura wood casks and cut with the natural spring water of Mt. Daisen. That sakura cask influence is what gives the whisky its signature shape — floral, lightly sweet and gently aromatic, while still holding onto the malt and subtle bitterness underneath. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eThe palate is smooth, composed and easy to settle into. You get soft malt, restrained fruit, light spice and a more delicate wood influence than a heavier sherry- or peat-driven style. It feels refined rather than forceful, which makes it a strong fit for drinkers who like their whisky expressive but not overbuilt. At 48% ABV, it carries enough weight to feel proper while keeping that graceful, fragrant lift in place. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100.05%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.2914%;\"\u003e Nose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 84.4286%;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003eFloral wood, soft malt, gentle sweetness and light orchard fruit.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.2914%;\"\u003ePalate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 84.4286%;\"\u003e Smooth and lifted, with sweet malt, delicate blossom notes, subtle spice and light oak.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.2914%;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 84.4286%;\"\u003eClean, elegant and lightly warming, with lingering floral wood and soft malt depth.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100.05%; height: 120.637px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.4%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e 🇯🇵\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.8343%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.3057%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eJapan \/ Tottori\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 22.6042px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.4%; height: 22.6042px;\"\u003e🏭\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.8343%; height: 22.6042px;\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.3057%; height: 22.6042px;\"\u003eKurayoshi Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.4%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e🥃\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.8343%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.3057%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eJapanese Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.4%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e📦\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.8343%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.3057%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e700mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.4%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e🔢\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.8343%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.3057%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e48%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.4%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003e🌡️\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.8343%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eBest Served\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.3057%; height: 19.6065px;\"\u003eNeat or with a few drops of water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003e• Sakura cask maturation gives it a genuinely distinctive floral edge\u003cbr data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003e• 48% ABV gives it enough weight without losing elegance\u003cbr data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003e• A more delicate Japanese single malt for drinkers who do not want heavy oak or smoke\u003cbr data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003e• Strong gifting bottle with real shelf appeal\u003cbr data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003e• A good crossover whisky for drinkers who enjoy lighter, more aromatic styles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003eHow to Serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003eServe neat in a whisky glass, then add a few drops of water if you want to open up the floral wood and softer malt notes. Keep the serve simple and let the cask character show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003e• Grilled chicken skewers\u003cbr data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003e• Mild washed-rind cheese\u003cbr data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003e• Almond biscuits\u003cbr data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003e• Salted nuts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003ePour it slow. Let the floral oak speak.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sessions Box Hill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43927093444696,"sku":"11f1226ff8e1ae608e2d06d758375125","price":174.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/5183\/3432\/files\/Matsui_Sakura_SIngle_Cask.webp?v=1776218932","url":"https:\/\/www.sessionsboxhill.com.au\/products\/matsui-single-malt-whisky-sakura-cask-700ml","provider":"Sessions Box Hill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}