Hakushu 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary limited Edition

Description

Key Features

100th Anniversary Edition:Hakushu 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary is part of a series of special releases from Suntory to mark the 100th anniversary, which also included limited editions of Yamazaki, Hibiki, and other Hakushu expressions.

Unique Label Design: The label features a special illustration of the Hakushu distillery, nestled in the forests of Mt. Kaikomagatake. The art is rendered in soft, verdant green hues, representing the lush, forested environment that defines the distillery and its whiskies.

The Whisky Itself: The liquid is the classic Hakushu 12 Year Old, a peated single malt that is a favourite among Japanese whisky connoisseurs. It is made from a selection of malt whiskies, all aged for a minimum of 12 years in various casks.

ABV: 43%

Country of Origin: Japan

Tasting Notes

The Hakushu 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary is known for its “fresh and gentle smoky” profile, which is achieved by using a combination of lightly-peated and heavily-peated malts, and by leveraging the pure, soft water of the Southern Japanese Alps.

Nose: Fresh and herbaceous, with notes of basil, pine needles, and green apple. There’s a subtle hint of smoke and toasted barley.

Palate: The palate is clean and balanced, with flavours of sweet pear, mint, and kiwi. A delicate, wafting smoke appears, along with herbal and grassy notes.

Finish: The finish is described as long and satisfying, with lingering notes of green tea, subtle smoke, and a touch of sweetness.