Japanese Whiskey is part of d’Annam’s Chapter 2 series, Memories of Japan. Each fragrance in this collection is a loving tribute to the rich heritage of Japanese culture. No matter your connection to Japan – whether as a lifelong native, an inspired traveller, or an admirer from afar – you will still find your own memories in these fragrances.
この世にし In only this life,
楽しくあらば let me drink up.
来む世には And in lives to come,
虫に鳥にも I’ll be perfectly content
我らはなりなむ as a bug, a bird.
– 大伴旅人 Ōtomo no Tabito
NOTES
Whiskey, Mizunara Oak, Malted Barley, Clary Sage, Sandalwood, Chestnut
PERFUMER
Anh Ngo
HOW IT WEARS
Japanese Whiskey begins, unsurprisingly, with a photorealistic whiskey accord – warming, boozy, and pleasantly prickly to the nose. As it settles, it becomes less literal, opening up to reveal its other facets. Chestnut adds a sweet, toasty quality, as does the malted barley – biscuity and caramelised. Clary sage contributes just a hint of herbaceousness to cut through the richness of the fragrance, which is underpinned by the warm earthiness of oak. A perfectly balanced composition, just like a really good whiskey.
LORE LOVES
This fragrance is smooth, rich, and luxurious – honestly we think “classy” is one of the most apt descriptors we could use for it! We love that even though it starts quite alcoholic, once it’s settled it turns into a mellow, warm, woodsy gourmand. Fitting, as Japanese whiskies are known and praised for their lighter, more delicate flavour profile.
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