SHINDO EXPERIMENTAL 02

1. About the "EXPERIMENTAL" Series The EXPERIMENTAL Series symbolizes a new challenge for Shindo Distillery. The word "Experimental" reflects our philosophy. With deep respect for the pioneers of Japanese whisky, we see ourselves as humble challengers, and it would be presumptuous to present our whisky as a "finished product." Instead, we wish to offer the very best expression we can create at this moment in time, and with that spirit we named this range the EXPERIMENTAL Series 2. About "EXPERIMENTAL 02" The embodiment of Shindo Distillery's craftsmanship and dedication Our spirits continuing to mature and evolve in cask Our origin With these three themes as our guiding principles, we developed EX02. At Shindo Distillery, our approach centers on the meticulous crafting of a beautifully sweet new make spirit and its maturation in a diverse range of casks. Faithfully expressing these commitments while clearly demonstrating our evolution, EX02 stands as the second release in the EXPERIMENTAL Series. On the second theme, "Spirits Maturing Over Time." About eight months have passed since the release of EX01 in June 2025. During this time, our spirits have continued to mature in an increasingly diverse range of casks, marking a clear progression in time and character. While EX01 expressed the charm of our new make through a deliberately simple cask composition (*1), EX02 builds upon that foundation. By vatting more mature spirits, it brings greater breadth and depth to the qualities derived from our new make. The composition consists entirely of non-peated spirits: 89% bourbon casks, 6% Oloroso sherry casks, and 5% brandy casks. Bright estery aromas rise elegantly, followed by gently toasted dried-fruit nuances. Alongside these, the lactone-derived milky and fatty sweetness inherent to our new make reveals subtle toffee notes. The contours of the aroma and flavor have become more defined, and the expression richer in character. (*1) Cask composition of EX01: 91% bourbon casks, 4% Oloroso sherry casks, 4% new Mizunara casks, and 1% refill Scotch cask. On the third theme, "Our Origin." At Shindo Distillery, the carefully crafted new make spirit is the very core of our whisky, and this series is designed to express its value step by step with increasing depth. In EX02, the charm of our new make clearly lives within the layered complexity that has developed through maturation. Even as we continue to evolve, our origin never wavers. By revisiting the fundamental value of Japanese whisky and sharing it with the world, this bottle expresses that philosophy through aroma and its aroma and palate. We hope this whisky conveys where we stand today—and the possibilities that lie ahead.