Hakushu is the highest operational distillery in Japan, towering over its competitors at a height of more than 2000 feet above sea-level. It is a Suntory distillery and, while not quite as globally famous as Yamazaki, the quality of single malt whisky produced here is nothing short of outstanding.

Hakushu 18 Year Old has a fresh deep aroma from long maturation resulting in a milk caramel and honey-like flavour on the palate and ripened fruit finish.

From Suntorys mountain forest distillery, nestled deep in Mt. Kaikomagatake, Suntory Single MaltWhisky Hakushu is the crisp and gently smoky single malt whisky with herbal notes that is the revelation of Japanese single malts.

Tasting Notes:

Colour: Deep gold.

Nose: Ripe pear, dried mint, oregano, hint of smoke.

Palate: Jasmine, mango, quince, menthol.

Finish: Long, pleasantly smoked, hint of bitterness.