Fuji Single Malt - Whisky Review

Time for another dram!

A Single Malt Japanese Whisky produced by Fuji Gotemba Distillery

A bit about

Fuji Gotemba Distillery has been producing whisky at the base of Mount Fuji since 1973. Crafted by Master Blender Jota Tanaka, the Fuji Single Malt was released in 2023 and has 46% ABV.

When it comes to awards, the Fuji Single Malt has won Gold in 2023, 2024 and 2025 at the International Spirits Challenge and Silver in 2025 at the World Whisky Awards.

Time to try it!

Nose: Stewed pears, fruit compote, burnt toffee pudding,

Palate: Pleasant on the palate, quite velvety, but with a slight burn towards the end, it's sweet, with fresh fruit to begin with - predominantly apples, apricots and pears, but quite rough towards the end.

Finish: Medium with lime peel and grassy notes

Pros and Cons

For me, the nose is way more inviting than the taste, way sweeter and more complex. It's still a pleasant dram, don't get me wrong. I just expected more on the palate, given that the nose is just so inviting, especially when you first open the bottle.

It's lovely neat or with a drop or two of water. I can imagine this working wonders in a highball in the middle of a hot summer (whether in Japan or not).

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In Conclusion

Priced at around £75 on most UK websites, it's a tasty dram to enjoy, especially if you're curious about Japanese whiskies apart from the ones produced by Yamazaki or Hatozaki.

It's not as citrusy as the Fuji Blended, but just as well-rounded.

If you want to give this one a try, you can find it by clicking/tapping here.

As always, please drink responsibly.

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