Tenjaku Pure Malt Whisky 70cl

Rich, malty, and downright comforting, this Japanese pure malt whisky is the kind of bottle that disappears faster than you planned. You get that classic malt backbone up front, then it opens into fruit, gentle spice, and a warm, toasty sweetness that feels like late-night snacks in liquid form.

“Pure malt” is the key here. It means you’re in malt-whisky territory, so the flavour starts with grain, toast, and nuttiness instead of a neutral base. Translation, more character in every sip, more layers to chase, and way more reason to reach for it when you want something with personality.

It’s also a solid stepping stone into Japanese whisky. Not a peat monster, not a sugar bomb. Just a satisfying middle ground with enough complexity to keep you coming back, even if you’re the kind of person who usually bounces between highballs and classic cocktails.

• Nose: Toasted malt, honey, vanilla, and ripe pear, with a little cinnamon warmth.
• Taste: Biscuit and caramel up front, then apple and light citrus, finishing with oak and baking spice across the tongue.
• Finish: Medium-long, gently drying, with lingering toffee, soft wood, and a last flicker of spice.

Where it really wins is versatility. It plays nicely in a Whisky Highball when you want something crisp and refreshing, and it holds its own in a Whisky Sour when you want that maltiness to peek through the citrus. Basically, it’s an easy “one bottle, many moods” kind of pick.

If you’re building a home bar, this is a smart add because it covers a lot of ground. It’s flavourful enough to sip and still structured enough to mix without disappearing. That’s the sweet spot for a weeknight Japanese whisky.

It’s also a great bottle for converting the “I don’t really like whisky” friend. The profile leans into toasted grain, honey, and fruit instead of smoke and sharp edges, so it feels inviting without being boring.

Fun Fact: Tenjaku is named after the Japanese skylark, a bird that’s traditionally associated with bright, uplifting songs, which is very on-brand for a whisky that leans warm, friendly, and easy to love.