Ki One Distillery "The Unicorn Edition" Korean Single Malt Whisky
Product details
| Management number | 253707879 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$40.25 | Model Number | 253707879 | ||
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The Ki One Unicorn Edition is a milestone whisky: a peated single malt that captures both sweet richness and smoky depth, and in 2025 was awarded the Worldwide Whisky Trophy at the IWSC, making it Korea’s first single malt to win that distinction. It’s bold, flavourful, and a flagship expression in the Ki One/Three Societies lineup.
Origins & Craftsmanship
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Produced by Ki One Distillery (formerly Three Societies) in Namyangju, South Korea.
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Distilled from 100% malted barley, peated to ~ 50 ppm (parts per million), so a substantial peat smoke presence.
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Fermentation routine: at least ~100-120 hours in stainless steel.
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Double distilled in copper pot stills.
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Aged for a minimum of 3 years, in a mix of new American oak / virgin American oak and ex-bourbon barrels; non-age statement whisky.
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Bottled at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered, no added coloring.
Tasting Profile
| Sense | Notes |
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| Nose / Aroma | Gentle but defined smoke: coal-stove, bonfire, oak, crisp green apple. |
| Palate / Taste | Smoky & sooty notes balanced by creamy apple, toffee, oatmeal cookie, spice; damp oak in boarder; sea air / mild marine notes. |
| Finish | Lingering savory smoke, honeyed sweetness, BBQ glaze, subtle herbs, seaweed umami; well-balanced smoke and fruit interplay. |
Awards & Critical Recognition
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IWSC 2025: Won the Worldwide Whisky Trophy for Ki One Unicorn Korean Single Malt Whisky.
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In that IWSC listing, it also received Gold Outstanding in its category.
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Previous awards: Gold Medal in the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition for the Unicorn Edition.
Quick Overview
| Spec | Detail |
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| Name / Edition | Ki One “Unicorn Edition” Korean Single Malt Whisky |
| ABV | 46% |
| Peat Level | ~ 50 ppm |
| Maturation | ≥ 3 years in new American oak & ex-bourbon barrels |
| Style | Peated single malt; smoky, smoky-sweet with fruit & herbal undertones |
| Country / Region | South Korea, Namyangju |
| Special Distinctions | Worldwide Whisky Trophy 2025 (IWSC), Gold Outstanding 2025 |
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