At the crossroads of Japanese aesthetics and French art de vivre, the Togouchi Kiwami & Togouchi Pure Malt 40% Gift Set offers a two-part sensory journey, like an olfactory and gustatory diptych where each expression illuminates the other. From Chugoku Jozo, a house recognised for the precision of its blends, this composition invites both the curious enthusiast and the discerning aesthete to explore two complementary facets of Japanese whisky. The Pure Malt, a blend of single malts, reveals a delicate weave of vanilla, chocolate and hazelnut, punctuated by very fine peat and a milky veil reminiscent of crème fraîche. The Kiwami, the signature expression, highlights immediate elegance with a supple, controlled palate, crafted for a fluid and luminous tasting. In this gift set, the experience is built on harmonious contrasts, at 40% vol, offering accessible depth, a caressing mouthfeel and a finish that lingers with gourmand and persistent echoes.

Blending and maturation

The Togouchi Pure Malt is a blended malt composed of a selection of single malts aged between 3 and 9 years in casks that previously held sherry and bourbon. This dual influence, both warm and precise, structures an aromatic frame where patisserie-like sweetness intertwines with a light smoke. The profile reveals a gentle peat that never overpowers the fruit, and a creamy texture of great delicacy. True to an approach of purity, the Pure Malt is neither coloured nor chill-filtered, thus preserving the integrity of its substance. Alongside it, Togouchi Kiwami expresses the house spirit in a register of clarity and balance, with an accessible palate and aromas in chiaroscuro. The duo, presented in a gift set, offers a complementary reading of the Togouchi signature, between textured sensuality and precision of craft.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : Luminous gold with light reflections, bright and clear. An elegant hue that announces a fine substance and a clean aromatic profile.
• Nose : Initial lift of vanilla and chocolate, joined by ripe apricot and a hint of hazelnut. A delicate peat emerges faintly, in the background, never dominating, adding relief and depth. Creamy accents recall crème fraîche, underlining the sensation of sweetness.
• Palate : Soft, caressing attack with a silky texture. The patisserie imprint intertwines with a fine smoke, then develops towards dark chocolate and hazelnut. The finish is long, balanced, subtly spicy, marked by a return of cocoa and a discreet salinity that extends the pleasure.

Serving temperature & tips

Serve this gift set between 16 and 18°C in a tulip glass to concentrate the aromas and guide the ascent of the perfumes. Let the spirit breathe for a few minutes so it can fully open up, and, if you wish, add a few drops of water to emphasise the malty sweetness and reveal the creamy nuances. Avoid ice cubes which freeze the aromatic range and favour gentle aeration. Store the bottles upright, away from light and temperature fluctuations, to preserve the balance and purity of the profile.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : lightly smoked salmon, roasted almonds, shavings of cured ham.
• Starters : tuna tataki, scallop carpaccio, poultry terrine with dried fruit.
• Main courses : lacquered or teriyaki duck, caramelised pork, shiitake risotto.
• Cheeses : aged comté, mature gouda, mature cheddar with a caramel edge.
• Desserts : dark chocolate fondant, praline entremets, roasted apricot tart.

Tasting occasions

The Togouchi Kiwami & Togouchi Pure Malt 40% Gift Set is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate a special occasion with a stylish Japanese signature.
• During a fine dining meal where aromatic precision meets seasonal cuisine.
• As a connoisseur's gift for someone who appreciates elegant, nuanced whiskies.

Product details

• Name : Togouchi Kiwami & Togouchi Pure Malt 40% Gift Set
• Origin : Japan
• Producer : Chugoku Jozo
• Type : Japanese whisky gift set, Kiwami and Pure Malt
• Alcohol by volume : 40% vol
• Blend : Pure Malt, selection of single malts
• Ageing : Pure Malt aged 3 to 9 years in ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks
• Aromatic profile : vanilla, chocolate, hazelnut, ripe apricots, gentle peat
• Filtration and colouring : Pure Malt non chill-filtered, no colouring
• Serving temperature : 16 to 18°C