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Suntory Hakushu Distiller's Reserve Japanese Whisky 700ml
Suntory Hakushu Distiller's Reserve Japanese Whisky 700ml
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Suntory Hakushu Distiller's Reserve Japanese Whisky 700ml combines young lightly peated malts and older heavily peated malts matured in American oak casks. Fresh with citrus notes, peppermint, melon, cucumber, yuzu, grapefruit, lemon thyme, refreshing subtle smoke finish, released 2014, exceptional Japanese single malt whisky offering distinctive character.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
This distinguished Japanese single malt whisky presents a light gold colour with brilliant clarity and delicate amber highlights, displaying the exceptional quality characteristic of whisky from Hakushu distillery at 700 metres elevation, showcasing the artisanal craftsmanship of Suntory's premium whisky production.
Aroma
The nose reveals fresh character with peppermint, melon and cucumber creating a sophisticated aromatic profile. The bouquet showcases remarkable depth from American oak cask maturation, creating an aromatic profile that defines this distinctive single malt combining young lightly peated and older heavily peated malts.
Palate
Fresh, vibrant palate features yuzu, grapefruit and lemon thyme with citrus notes creating exceptional balance. The palate displays remarkable character from combination of young lightly peated malts and older heavily peated malts matured in American oak casks, showcasing distinctive Japanese single malt style. The finish is refreshing with subtle smoke, highlighting the exceptional craftsmanship of Hakushu Distiller's Reserve released 2014.
Pairs With
This exceptional Japanese single malt whisky is perfect for enjoying neat, over ice, with a splash of water, or mixed in premium cocktails including Japanese Highball, whisky sour, or paired with sushi, sashimi, grilled seafood, light Japanese cuisine, or enjoyed as sophisticated aperitif, making it ideal for special occasions and refined entertaining, showcasing the fresh citrus character with peppermint, yuzu and refreshing subtle smoke that whisky connoisseurs appreciate.

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Product Information
Variety: Japanese Whisky
Size mL: 700
Region:
ABV: 43%
Age Statement: Distiller's Reserve
Distillery Info
Distillery Info
Suntory's younger and often overlooked Hakushu distillery was established in 1973 in the town of Hokuto, in the Yamanashi Prefecture, Chūbu region. The distillery's higher elevation at 700 metres above sea level (Scotland's highest distilleries are Dalwhinnie and Braeval, both about 355 metres) and water source are said to be the key features that distinguish Hakushu, in addition to working with both un-peated and peated malt sourced from Scotland at roughly 25ppm, compared to its big sister, Yamazaki. The Hakushu Distiller's Reserve Single Malt Whisky was released in 2014, created for Yamazaki and Hakushu, showcasing the distinctive character of this elevated distillery. The fresh citrus notes with peppermint, melon, cucumber, yuzu, grapefruit and lemon thyme reflect the unique terroir and production methods that define Hakushu's exceptional Japanese single malt whisky.
Production Notes
The Hakushu Distiller's Reserve combines young, lightly peated malts and older, heavily peated malts rumoured to be minimum eighteen years of age, matured in American oak casks. Maturation typically takes place in American oak - both ex-bourbon (180L) and reconstructed hogsheads (230L) - however European oak is also known to be used. The production process creates fresh character with citrus notes, featuring light gold colour with peppermint, melon and cucumber on the nose. The palate delivers yuzu, grapefruit and lemon thyme, whilst the finish is refreshing with subtle smoke. The combination of young lightly peated and older heavily peated malts creates exceptional balance and distinctive character, showcasing Suntory's expertise in crafting premium Japanese single malt whisky. The American oak cask maturation develops the fresh citrus character whilst the peated malts contribute refreshing subtle smoke finish, creating the exceptional quality that defines Hakushu Distiller's Reserve released in 2014.
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