{"product_id":"suntory-pure-malt-whisky-1991-furudaru-shiage","title":"Suntory Pure Malt Whisky 1991 Furudaru Shiage","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"feed\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"article\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003eSuntory Pure Malt Whisky 1991 Furudaru Shiage: The Old-Barrel Finish, Filtered Through Bamboo Charcoal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuntory Pure Malt Whisky 1991 Furudaru Shiage\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vintage Japanese blended malt whisky from Suntory’s Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries, finished in old barrels, filtered through bamboo charcoal, and bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) in a 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSuntory made it as the follow-up to its famous 1981 Kioke Shikomi, and it takes a different path. \u003cstrong\u003eFurudaru shiage\u003c\/strong\u003e means “old barrel finish”: the malts finish in aged casks, and the red characters on the label say it was \u003cstrong\u003efiltered through bamboo charcoal\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s a \u003cstrong\u003epure malt\u003c\/strong\u003e, the old Japanese term for a blend of malts, here a vatting of malt whisky from \u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eHakushu\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s discontinued, and it was never widely exported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCollectors describe a floral, toasty, fruity nose with caramel and wood, a palate of honey, cinnamon, and nuts, and a long, sweet finish of candied, burnt caramel. Yamazaki’s fresh, grassy fragrance comes through, with a little sherry-cask character in the taste. It’s a bottle for a Japanese whisky collector who already has the 1981, a gift for someone born in 1991, and a piece of Suntory’s pure malt era worth opening for the right night. Sip it \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a tulip glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a drop of water if you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"5\"\u003eAbout the Bottle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese blended (“pure”) malt whisky; label vintage 1991\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMalts from Suntory’s Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries; old-barrel finished; bamboo-charcoal filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e43% ABV (86 proof); no age statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuntory, Japan; 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral, caramel, toast, fruit, and wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey, cinnamon, nuts, and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, with candied, burnt caramel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe honey and caramel pair well with aged Gouda, dark chocolate, and roasted nuts. They also go with grilled chicken, mushrooms, and a cigar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSip it neat in a tulip glass at room temperature, with a drop of water. Don’t chill it, and don’t mix it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does “Furudaru Shiage” mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e “Old barrel finish.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a single malt?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, it’s a blended (“pure”) malt from Yamazaki and Hakushu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e 86 proof (43% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it the same as the 1981 Kioke Shikomi?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, it’s a separate follow-up bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it still made?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, it’s discontinued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s the condition of the bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e See the condition notes on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/collections\/whiskey\"\u003eWhiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/collections\/gifts\"\u003eGifts collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003eThe Quality Liquor Store Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt Quality Liquor Store, we guarantee that every bottle we sell is authentic and carefully packaged to arrive safely at your door. This is a discontinued vintage release, so it is sourced through the secondary market, and each order is carefully inspected and packaged. Shop with confidence knowing your bottle is in good hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suntory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51049658384642,"sku":null,"price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/3289\/2418\/files\/suntory-1991.jpg?v=1794592836","url":"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/products\/suntory-pure-malt-whisky-1991-furudaru-shiage","provider":"Quality Liquor Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}