Mortlach "The Katana's Edge" is a unique whisky expression that combines ex-Kanosuke Japanese whisky casks from Hioki, Japan, and ex-Pinot Noir casks, creating a distinctive flavor profile. Known as "The Beast of Dufftown," Mortlach is famous for its sweet and savory taste, which is echoed in "The Katana's Edge" with a Japanese whisky cask finish and a Pinot Noir cask finish to balance the sweetness.
Bottled at a robust 58% ABV, this whisky offers alluring aromas of ripe melon and pear, leading to a palate of sweet-savory contrasting notes that create an umami-rich depth. The long, enticing, and spicy finish lingers, making for a captivating tasting experience.
As part of Diageo's Special Releases 2023, Mortlach's umami-rich "The Katana's Edge" is a testament to global artistic exchange. Finished in ex-Kanosuke Japanese whisky casks for a Japanese-inspired twist and ex-Pinot Noir casks to reintroduce sweetness, this whisky is a bold and elegant expression of craftsmanship.
This whisky's aroma highlights accents of dark fruits, smoke, and spices, while a hint of sweetness balances a light tannin. Red fruits, plum, and a subtle note of pepper are noticeable in the taste, with the pepper becoming more pronounced on the finish. As with other Diageo Special Releases, "The Katana's Edge" is bottled at cask strength, this time at 58%.
The price reflects its limited edition status as part of Diageo's Special Releases 2023, the unique cask finishes, and the high ABV of 58%, which contributes to its premium positioning.
Adding a drop of water smooths the whisky, making it creamier and more fruity, while reducing bitterness. The aroma may reveal more woody notes.
Expect a blend of sweet, savory, and umami-rich notes with flavors such as ripe melon, pear, dark fruits, smoke, spices, red fruits, plum, and pepper.
Mortlach "The Katana's Edge" is a remarkable expression that stands out for its unique cask finishes and high ABV. The interplay of sweet, savory, and umami-rich notes, along with its long and warming finish, makes it a sophisticated choice for whisky aficionados. While its price may be a deterrent for some, the exceptional craftsmanship and intricate flavor profile justify the investment.
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