Hakushu 12 Year Single Malt Whisky 750mL with Box (US Old Release)

Hakushu 12 Year Single Malt Whisky 750mL with Box (US Old Release) is Suntory’s forest-distillery single malt from the Southern Japanese Alps, presented in the older 750mL US-market format with its original box. The 12 Year expression is one of the defining Japanese single malts, retaining Hakushu’s fresh, herbal house style.

From the Producer

Hakushu Distillery was built in 1973 by House of Suntory in the forests at the foot of Mt. Kaikomagatake, at one of the highest elevations of any malt-whisky site in the world. Water for production is drawn from the surrounding mountains, and the air, forest botanicals and cooler climate shape the distillery’s herbal, minty and gently smoky house character. The 12 Year Old sits at the heart of the range and is built around malt whiskies aged in American oak, European oak and ex-sherry casks, designed to express the forest setting rather than heavier sherry weight.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Basil, pine needles, green apple and gentle smoke.
• Palate: Bright and lightly peated, with pear, mint, kiwi and crisp malt sweetness.
• Finish: Fresh, clean and softly smoky, with lingering green-fruit lift.

Best For

Japanese whisky fans, neat sipping and gifting to drinkers who prefer freshness and elegance over heavy oak.

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