Dark Arts Toasted Mizunara Bourbon 750ml

Dark Arts Mizunara-Stave Toasted Bourbon

Age

Base bourbon aged 6–8 years, followed by a secondary toasting finish with Mizunara oak staves.

Distillery

Crafted by Dark Arts Whiskey House, using sourced aged high-rye bourbon and meticulously finished in Kentucky with Japanese Mizunara oak staves.

Region

Finished and bottled in Kentucky—merging classic American bourbon depth with the exotic nuance of Japanese Mizunara oak.

Mash Bill

High-rye profile: approximately 60–65% corn, 30–35% rye, 5% malted barley.

ABV / Proof

Bottled at 112 proof (56% ABV)—unfiltered to preserve the full intensity of the Mizunara influence.

Finish Process

Finished on toasted Japanese Mizunara oak staves, renowned for imparting sandalwood, coconut, incense, and rich spice without overpowering the fundamental bourbon character.

Description

Dark Arts Mizunara-Stave Toasted Bourbon is a luxurious fusion of American bourbon and Japanese oak tradition. With a rich high-rye foundation aged for years, it’s uplifted by a nuanced Mizunara stave finish that brings exotic wood spice and elegant aromatics. Bottled at 112 proof, it offers complexity and depth in every sip—ideal for those seeking an elevated, worldly bourbon experience.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Medium-deep amber with golden highlights and weighty legs.

Aroma

Layered and aromatic: sandalwood, coconut husk, warm baking spices, black pepper, sandalwood incense, and a whisper of vanilla.

Palate

Creamy and spicy: cocoa-nib sweetness, cinnamon bark, maple, leather, and clove, intertwined with subtle coconut and cedar. Mid-palate introduces dried fruit and sandalwood oak depth.

Finish

Long and opulent: lingering incense spice, oak tannin, warm rye, toasted coconut, and a final note of sweet tobacco or black tea.

Accolades & Value

• Celebrated for bringing genuine Japanese oak nuance into American bourbon.

• Frequently praised for its refined complexity and balanced Mizunara expression.

• Distinguished in the toasted stave field for its seamless integration and value.

Summary

Dark Arts Mizunara-Stave Bourbon delivers a harmonious cross-cultural tasting experience—anchored in bold, rye-laced bourbon and elevated by elegant Japanese oak finish. At 112 proof, it provides a rich, layered profile that’s both adventurous and refined. A standout sip for bourbon aficionados looking for depth, finesse, and global flavor.