Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky (with gift box) 700ml

Hakushu 12 Years Japanese Whisky Old bottle [ackaging The Hakushu Distillery is without question one of the highest distilleries in the world. Built amidst the deepest forests of Mt. Kaikomagatake in the Japanese Southern Alps. A perennial favourite and a must-try for anyone interested in discovering Japanese whisky. Hakushu is owned by Suntory, founders of the first Japanese distillery, Yamazaki. The original Hakushu distillery was built in 1973, with another distillery building called Hakushu Higashi (east) added in 1981. As soon as you uncork a bottle of this masterpiece, you’ve unleashed an amalgam of toasted barley, almonds and even a bit of char. That said, the crisp taste hits your lips with a grassy, herby, smoky blend that’s nothing short of phenomenal. The aging process makes these flavors even more pronounced. If you’ve never tried a Japanese whisky, you should probably start here. Colour : Champagne gold. Nose : Basil, pine needle, green apple. Palate : Sweet pear, mint, kiwi Finish : Green tea, subtle smoke. Alcohol Content : 43%