Tenjaku Pure Malt Japanese Whisky
Tenjaku Pure Malt Japanese Whisky is a 43% ABV (86 proof) Japanese whisky made from 100% malted barley — a blend of 100% malt whiskies, double-distilled in copper pots and aged in heavily seasoned Kentucky bourbon barrels. Produced by Minami Alps Wine and Beverage Co. in Fuefuki, Yamanashi Prefecture, in the Mt. Fuji basin, it comes in a 750mL bottle. Order Japanese whisky online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 43% (86 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Style: Pure malt — 100% malted barley, no grain whisky
- Casks: Heavily seasoned Kentucky bourbon barrels
- Origin: Fuefuki, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan (Mt. Fuji basin); spring water from 250m below the Misaka mountains
The Skylark of Yamanashi
"Tenjaku" means skylark — the herald of spring in Japan — and the name sets the tone for the whisky: clear, delicate, unforced. It is a pure malt, meaning 100% malted barley with no grain whisky in the blend, double-distilled in copper pots and matured in heavily seasoned Kentucky bourbon barrels that add roundness without overwhelming the spirit. The production water is drawn from 250 meters below the Misaka mountain range and filtered through volcanic rock in the foothills of Mt. Fuji. See more from Tenjaku or explore Japanese whisky.
Tasting Notes
Crisp, delicate, and smooth. Brand copy describes a nutty nose with hints of green apple and fresh herbs, richly rounded with only a slight smokiness; a crisp yet delicate palate; and a refreshing, clear, long finish where vanilla gives way to understated woody notes. Dried fruit, honey, and subtle smoke appear in extended notes. A whisky that rewards attention rather than demanding it.
How to Enjoy
Neat or with a few drops of water to open the malt and vanilla. A highball (whisky, soda, lemon peel) is the classic Japanese serve and suits Tenjaku's delicate profile perfectly. Avoid heavy ice — the subtlety is the point.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "pure malt" mean?
A blend of 100% malt whiskies — malted barley only, with no grain whisky.
Where is Tenjaku made?
By Minami Alps Wine and Beverage Co. in Fuefuki, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, in the Mt. Fuji basin.
How strong is it?
43% ABV (86 proof), in a 750mL bottle.
For a delicate 100% malt whisky from Mt. Fuji country, buy Tenjaku Pure Malt Japanese Whisky online at Del Mesa Liquor — pickup or delivery in San Diego, CA.