Karuizawa 1981/2014 33yo 55,3% cask#136 Artifices Serie. This is a rare spirit enclosed in the bottle. Karuizawa Japanese Single Malt Whisky Artifices Serie bottled for La Maison du Whisky (LMDW). This is one of 595 bottles.

Type: Japanese whisky
Distillery: Karuizawa
Distilled: 1981
Bottled: 2014
Cask Type: Ex-Sherry Cask
Cask Number: 136
Strength: 55,3%
Size: 700 ml
Number of bottles produced: 595

A remarkable expression from the legendary Japanese distillery

Karuizawa 1981 33 Year Old 55,3% Cask#136 Artifices Series is a remarkable expression from the legendary Japanese distillery, Karuizawa, known for its storied history and elusive single malts. Operating from the mid-1950s until its closure in 2011 due to financial challenges, Karuizawa has since attained mythical status, with its whiskies becoming increasingly scarce and highly sought after.

Karuizawa 1981 33 Year Old 55,3% Cask#136

This particular release, distilled in March 1981 and aged for an impressive 33 years in a single sherry cask labeled as #136, was bottled in July 2014. The label of this limited edition bottling features captivating artwork by Singapore artist Warren Khong, adding an extra layer of allure to the presentation.

Bottled at cask strength for La Maison du Whisky, this single malt offers a unique tasting experience, showcasing the influence of its extended maturation period in sherry cask #136.

Karuizawa Whisky Single Malt is the epitome of sought-after spirits in Japan and globally. Renowned for its high quality and exceptional rarity, Karuizawa Whisky stands as a prized gem among collectors and enthusiasts alike.