Dutch spirits distributor Salud Spirits has unveiled the seventh and closing version within the Chichibu 7even Gods of Fortune collection: Jurojin.
Launched in 2022, the collection pays homage to the seven gods of fortune from Japanese mythology, with every launch symbolising a unique god.
Earlier releases within the Salud Spirits-exclusive collection embrace Ebisu, Hotei, Bishamonten, Benzaitan, Fukurokuju, and Daikokuten.
The ultimate expression is devoted to Jurojin, who symbolises lengthy life, knowledge, and well being.
The Japanese single malt was drawn from a single ex-Bourbon barrel, which was stuffed in 2016. Provided at 63.3% ABV, the expression is proscribed to 157 bottles worldwide.
Based on Salud, the discharge is ‘made further particular by a spectacular goodie’. In the mean time, this stays a secret.
The 7even Gods of fortune collection was created in collaboration with digital artist Robbin Snijders from Warbb. He stated: “After I was approached by this whisky model, I used to be instantly excited. For me, that is the last word solution to deliver my artwork to life. I wish to immerse the proud proprietor of this bottle in a world I created, the world of Warbb.”
For the collection, Salud Spirits additionally collaborated carefully with Chichibu Distillery’s grasp blender, Ichiro Akuto, who makes single casks out there to the distributor yearly.
With the closing of the 7even Gods of Fortune collection, Salud Spirits is reportedly opening a brand new chapter beneath the identify Spirits of Salud. Two Chichibu Symphony editions are a part of this vary.
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