Hinotori 5 Year, Japanese Whisky Baja California While the "Sour Mash" moniker

While the "Sour Mash" moniker originated from the whiskey production process of the same name - whereby some previously fermented mash is used as the starter for the new mash to be fermented

then Master Distiller Willie Pratt agreed to re-release our US *1 Unblended American whiskey after a nearly 3 year absence from the market

bergamot and orange peel

A sweet caramel palate quickly gives way to charred wet wood

Hinotori 5 Year, Japanese Whisky Baja California While the "Sour Mash" monikerDistiller Notes Hinotori 5 Year Blended Japanese Whisky was developed with a mission: coming back from its ashes is exactly what the Hekinan Distillery, located in Aichi and founded in 1949, is doing by releasing a limited 5 year old batch made from malt and grain in a pot still. Aging takes place in used whisky barrels for 5 years to allow gentle and smooth aromas to develop. Fresh and fruity on the nose with a hint of apple and pear. The palate is