Hakushu Suntory | Japanese | Single MaltWhisky | Subtle Smoke, Crisp Apple and Mint | Made With The Pure Waters Of The Southern Japanese Alps | 40 Percent ABV | 70 cl

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Hakushu Suntory | Japanese | Single MaltWhisky | Subtle Smoke, Crisp Apple and Mint | Made With The Pure Waters Of The Southern Japanese Alps | 40 Percent ABV | 70 cl

Hakushu Suntory | Japanese | Single MaltWhisky | Subtle Smoke, Crisp Apple and Mint | Made With The Pure Waters Of The Southern Japanese Alps | 40 Percent ABV | 70 cl

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NID cookie, set by Google, is used for advertising purposes; to limit the number of times the user sees an ad, to mute unwanted ads, and to measure the effectiveness of ads. The initial Hakushu distillery came into existence in 1973, followed by the addition of a second facility, Hakushu Higashi (East), in 1981. This is an unaged expression and is blended by Master Blender Keizo Saji at Suntory's incredible Hakushu Distillery. Although the bottle was not for myself I had chance to try it as it was opened it's pleasantly stronger and deeper in taste and mouthfeel compared to the suntory Toki more of an emphasis on barrel spice but still maintaining the floral notes.

Inspired by traditional Scottish whisky, Torii envisioned a Japanese approach by choosing a terrain and climate completely different from those of Scotland. It is a legal requirement that we declare the full value of the goods on all packages and shipments may be subject to import duties and taxes, which are levied once a shipment reaches your country. The distillery says: "The Hakushu 12 YO Peated Single Malt is comprised of meticulously selected malt whiskies all aged for a minimum of 12 years in various casks, created in honour of House of Suntory’s centenary. Also sign me up for newsletters so I can get special offers, recommendations, and expert advice to my inbox!In the event of any safety concerns or for any other information about a product please carefully read any instructions provided on the label or packaging and contact the manufacturer.

The Hakushu Distillery was built in 1979 by Shinjiro's son, Keizo Saji, who clearly inherited his father's pioneering spirit! Carefully selected and aged in traditional casks, this whisky offers a harmonious balance of flavours that captivate the senses.With four distinctive seasons, the clear air and cool, humid climate of Hakushu’s vast forests allow the distillery, one of the few situated at an elevation of 700 meters or more, to produce high-quality whisky through a slow, unhurried process. Created by the dream for a new type of whisky of Keizo Saji, the second master blender, the unique taste made in distinct four seasons in high altitude is praised by the most curious whisky connoisseurs and lovers of gastronomy. The Hakushu 18 YO Peated Single Malt is comprised of meticulously selected malt whiskies all aged for a minimum of 18 years in various casks, created in honour of House of Suntory’s centenary.

He embarked on his journey with a very clear vision as to what he wanted to achieve - to craft top-class, authentic Japanese spirits that were delicately flavoured to suit the nation's tastes. The result is a multi-faceted expression that triumphs in conveying the diversity of Japan’s ecosystems.The nose is greeted by a fresh and invigorating bouquet, reminiscent of lush green forests, with delicate notes of citrus, pear, and a hint of mint.

The water and environment at the Hakushu distillery is vastly different to that of the Yamazaki distillery; as is the creation process. The Hakushu Distillery was founded in 1973 and became Suntory's second distillery some 50 years after Yamazaki. It's an exceptionally fresh whisky with gentle herbal notes, fresh herbs, green apple and a long fresh finish. Whether you are a seasoned whisky aficionado or new to the world of Japanese whisky, Hakushu 12YRS single malt is an exceptional choice that showcases the mastery of Suntory's distillation techniques.

This Japanese 12 year old whisky is just superb, everything about it is perfectly balanced from the very first nosing, typical Japanese know how from start to finish. Japan's first whisky company was started by Shinjiro Torii in 1899 and to date, over 100 years later, Suntory are the leading producer of Japanese whisky, with Yamazaki and Hakushu malt distilleries and Chita grain distillery in. A variety of pot stills and casks are carefully chosen to suit the high elevation and climate of Hakushu, ultimately producing an array of single malt whiskies with a variety of characters that reflect its surroundings.



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