Hakushu 18 Year Peated Malt (100th Anniversary Edition)
Single Malt
Hakushu // Japan
In 2023, the House of Suntory is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of Yamazaki Distillery, the first and oldest malt whisky distillery in Japan. But the brand is also celebrating the 50th anniversary of Hakushu Distillery which was founded in 1973. To celebrate 100 years of whisky making the brand has released two new limited edition whiskies in spring 2023.
This Hakushu Peated Malt bottling was aged a minimum of 18 years in a selection of casks. Bottled at 48% ABV (700ml), it's available in select global markets within the US, UK, Europe and Asia beginning May 2023. (SRP $1,200).
In 2023, the House of Suntory is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of Yamazaki Distillery, the first and oldest malt whisky distillery in Japan. But the brand is also celebrating the 50th anniversary of Hakushu Distillery which was founded in 1973. To celebrate 100 years of whisky making the brand has released two new limited edition whiskies in spring 2023. This Hakushu Peated Malt bottling was aged a minimum of 18 years in a selection of casks. Bottled at 48% ABV (700ml), it's available in select global markets within the US, UK, Europe and Asia beginning May 2023. (SRP $1,200)
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Single MaltDistilled in pot stills from 100% malted barley, produced at one distillery, aged in barrels; if Scotch or Irish, must be aged for at least three years.
Tasting Notes
"Though the peat smoke is certainly detectable on the nose and palate, it adds a forest campfire-like backdrop to aromas and flavors of sweet vanilla marshmallow, dark chocolate, roasted almond, orange blossom, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cherry blossom. The overall effect of this medium weight whisky reminds of cinnamon graham crackers, marshmallow fluff, and bittersweet cocoa—yes, freshly campfire charred s'mores! A hint of pine, cherry wood, seaweed brine, and pipe tobacco add additional layers of pleasant piquancy with a lingering, light to medium smoky finish. "