About this bottle
This exceptional whisky is a tribute to nature’s beauty, capturing the sweetly complex but sprightly flavor with notes of Manuka honey, orange marmalade, and cacao. A harmoniously balanced bitterness reminiscent of espresso, leaving a delightful, lingering taste. Crafted with precision and care, it reflects the pristine landscapes of Japan.
Limited in availability, this expression from Hakushu is a collector’s delight, offering a unique journey through the heart of Japan’s forests with every sip. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the woods, elevated by the craftsmanship of Japanese whisky-making.
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HAKUSHU JAPANESE FOREST BITTERSWEET EDITION
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Ended 2nd April 2024 · MARCH AUCTION 2024 · 34 bids
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Specification
- Lot number
- 670682
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Japan
- Size
- 70cl
- Type
- Japanese Single Malt Whisky
- Number of Bottles
- 1
- Strength (%)
- 43%
- Distillery
- Hakushu
- Distillery Status
- Operational
About the distillery
Hakushu distillery is a Japanese whisky distillery. It is owned by the Suntory group, and situated in the Toribara locality of the former town of Hakushū (now part of Hokuto), in the Yamanashi Prefecture, Chūbu region, Japan.
The distillery was established in 1973, in the forest on the slopes of Mount Kaikoma. In 1981, it was expanded by the commissioning of a second Hakushu East site, near the original site, now called Hakushu West. All production is now focused on the new site.
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