Ki One Distillery "Batch 2 American Virgin Oak" Korean Single Malt Whisky
Product details
| Management number | 253706103 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$42.00 | Model Number | 253706103 | ||
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Ki One Batch 2 strikes a delicious balance between wood-driven richness and fruit-sweet vibrancy. It’s approachable yet textured, and adds depth over the first batch—great for those who want oak character without losing finesse or drinkability.
Origins & Craftsmanship
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Produced by Three Societies Distillery in Namyangju, South Korea.
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Made from unpeated malted barley; fermentations last at least ~100 hours in stainless steel. Twice distilled in copper pot stills.
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Maturation: the whisky is aged for over three years, using a mix of virgin American oak barrels and first-fill ex-bourbon barrels. The addition of the ex-bourbon casks in Batch 2 gives more bourbon-influenced oak richness than Batch 1.
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Bottled at 40% ABV, non-chill filtered, no added coloring.
Tasting Profile
| Sense | Notes / Flavor Elements |
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| Nose / Aroma | Caramel, rich oak, vanilla bean; warm wood spice – cinnamon, perhaps a hint of white pepper; a touch of toasted oak from the bourbon casks. |
| Palate / Taste | Baked apple, vanilla bean, sultanas, ripe plum; sweetness balanced by oak tannin; a warming “Korean spice” note toward mid-palate (subtle pepper & maybe herbal undertones) |
| Finish | Rich oak, toffee; long enough to linger with sweet oak heat; a satisfying warmth, some dryness from oak, balanced fruit sweetness in aftertaste. |
Critical & Community Impressions
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Reviewers note that Batch 2 feels more developed than Batch 1, thanks to the blend of virgin oak and first-fill bourbon barrels, giving more oak complexity and richer body.
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The oak spice is appreciated, though for some it pushes the whisky toward more assertive, wood-led territory; still, the fruit and sweetness hold up well so it remains balanced.
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Community feedback suggests it’s great for those wanting an entry into world-whiskies or newer single malts with oak influence without going full cask strength or heavily sherried/peated styles.
Specs & Quick Overview
| Spec | Detail |
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| ABV / Proof | 40% ABV (80 proof) |
| Cask Maturation | Virgin American oak + first-fill ex-bourbon barrels; matured over ≈ 3 years. |
| Unpeated / Style | Unpeated, single malt style; oak-forward but balanced with fruit and spice. |
| Color & Presentation | Rich golden amber; no added coloring. |
| Identity / Region | Namyangju, South Korea – signature “Ki One” style aiming to reflect local climate & aging dynamics. |
Strengths & Things to Note
Strengths
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Good oak richness without overwhelming sweetness; a step up over lighter-oak editions.
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Attractive fruit-plus-spice profile gives more layers for the price.
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Smooth, approachable, suitable for newcomers as well as those exploring newer whisky regions.
Things to Note
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At 40% ABV, may feel lighter than some cask-strength offerings; oak influence may feel pronounced especially for those who prefer subtler wood.
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Unpeated style so fans of smoke or peat won’t find those elements here.
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