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SAB. Sunset Red Bottling Note

“SAB.” is a new whisky brand launched in 2024 after a complete overhaul and rebranding of the blended whiskies from the Saburomaru Distillery. The whiskies from Saburomaru Distillery are originally known for their smokiness, and the SAB. series continues this tradition, with all whiskies focusing on a smoky flavor profile.

SAB. Sunset Red is a blended whisky with a sweet, rounded flavor despite its smokiness. It has a full body and is satisfying to drink.

The SAB. series includes the following products:

• SAB. Sunset Red (46%): This is a blended whisky intended as an introduction to Saburomaru, suitable for both beginners and whisky connoisseurs. It has been developed to be enjoyable in various ways, not just straight.
• SAB. Night Black (46%): This whisky focuses on complexity and depth. It is designed for those who have already developed a taste for smoky whiskies and are looking for a more sophisticated experience.
• SAB. Ocean Blue (46%): This whisky is composed solely of Saburomaru malt and Scottish grain. It offers the strength of a single malt and showcases the best of Saburomaru, thanks to the addition of grain. It is considered the pinnacle of the SAB. series.

With the introduction of the SAB. series, the previous Saburomaru whiskies such as Sunshine Whisky, Junenmyo, Gyokuto, and The SUN will be discontinued. The SAB. bottles use over 90% recycled cullet, resulting in a 23% reduction in weight compared to standard bottles and contributing to lower CO2 emissions.

The majestic mountains of Toyama and the pristine water that nourishes them. The beautiful changing seasons and the culture of craftsmanship nurtured by the lives of the people. The circulation of nature and water, the delicate changes of the seasons, and human craftsmanship have given birth to a whisky that can only be created in Japan, and specifically in Toyama.

SAB., a blended whisky born from the Saburomaru Distillery, rooted in the Toyama Plain and challenging the world, embodies the aesthetic beauty of Japan and the spirit of Toyama.

SAB. Sunset Red Tasting Note

Nose: An ocean breeze intertwined with serene woody notes, vibrant orange, ash, a hint of wax, rich caramel, all enveloped in a gentle smokiness.

Palate: Silky and full-bodied, with a rounded sweetness, featuring caramel, smoke, and a whisper of red apple.

Finish: The lingering warmth of woody notes and rounded sweetness continues to delight.

Overall: : A captivating experience from start to finish, this expression masterfully balances maritime freshness with rich, rounded sweetness, creating a harmonious and memorable tasting journey. While SAB. Night Black has a dry, more intense smoky flavor, SAB. Sunset Red is characterized by a sweeter, milder smokiness, making it a more approachable and easy-to-drink whisky.