Kurayoshi Pure Malt vs Taketsuru Pure Malt
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| Kurayoshi Pure Malt | Taketsuru Pure Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | $50 – $100 | $50 – $100 |
| Distillery | Undisclosed / Multi-source | Undisclosed |
| JSLMA Compliant | No | Yes |
Category
Kurayoshi Blended Malt
Taketsuru Blended Malt
ABV
Kurayoshi 43%
Taketsuru 43%
Age Statement
Kurayoshi NAS
Taketsuru NAS
Price Tier
Kurayoshi $50 – $100
Taketsuru $50 – $100
Distillery
Kurayoshi Undisclosed / Multi-source
Taketsuru Undisclosed
JSLMA Compliant
Kurayoshi No
Taketsuru Yes
Tasting Notes
| Kurayoshi Pure Malt | Taketsuru Pure Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Honey, vanilla, light fruit, clean malt, and gentle oak | Soft fruit, apple, pear, honey, and a delicate wisp of smoke. |
| Palate | Smooth and approachable with honey, vanilla, light orchard fruit, and cereal sweetness | Balanced and fruity with orchard fruits, malt, vanilla, and gentle oak. Medium body with a smooth texture. |
| Finish | Medium length, clean, with lingering honey and mild spice | Clean and medium length with fruit, malt, and a gentle warmth. |
Nose
Kurayoshi Pure Malt
Honey, vanilla, light fruit, clean malt, and gentle oak
Taketsuru Pure Malt
Soft fruit, apple, pear, honey, and a delicate wisp of smoke.
Palate
Kurayoshi Pure Malt
Smooth and approachable with honey, vanilla, light orchard fruit, and cereal sweetness
Taketsuru Pure Malt
Balanced and fruity with orchard fruits, malt, vanilla, and gentle oak. Medium body with a smooth texture.
Finish
Kurayoshi Pure Malt
Medium length, clean, with lingering honey and mild spice
Taketsuru Pure Malt
Clean and medium length with fruit, malt, and a gentle warmth.
Key Differences
- • Taketsuru Pure Malt meets JSLMA standards for Japanese whisky labeling. Kurayoshi Pure Malt does not.