HAKUSHU 12 Years Old with Box

As part of this partnership with Mr. Kosho, JX is privileged to deliver many of Suntory's renowned whiskies!

Malt whiskies all aged for a minimum of 12 years in various casks
It's crafted from carefully selected malt whiskies aged for at least 12 years in various casks. Nestled in Mt. Kaikomagatake, Hakushu Distillery harnesses its natural surroundings, reflected in the soft green hues of the bottle illustration. 

Also it earned the Gold Medal at the International Wine and Spirits Competition, where it was named "Best in Class." In addition, it earned the Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2013, and a score of 92 points from the Beverage Testing Institute.

Tasting Notes

Color: Champagne gold
Nose: Basil, pine needle, green apple
Palate: Sweet Pear, mint, kiwi
Finish: Green tea, subtle smoke

How to Enjoy Hakushu

Rock, straight, diluted with water, highball.
No matter how you enjoy it, there's a vividness spreading in your mouth.

On the Rock
As the ice slowly melts with chilling, the mouthfeel becomes smoother and more mellow.

Straight
Savoring Yamazaki to the fullest, there's no doubt the rich flavors are best enjoyed straight.

Meet Mr. Kosho, Our Expert Sommelier

Mr. Kosho has been indispensable in introducing Japan's finest alcohol to Singapore and has garnered acclaim at esteemed competitions.

With meticulous attention to quality, he personally tastes every alcohol he imports, leveraging his connections to directly request breweries to bring them to Singapore.

 Japanese breweries are famously selective, but Mr. Kosho's expertise and dedication has made him a trusted partner, which allows him to leverage his networks to bring in the best of Japan’s alcoholic offerings to Singapore as an official distributor.

His accolades include honors from prestigious organizations like the Japan Bartenders Association and the World Bartenders Association. Additionally, until 2005, he served as the Deputy Director of External Affairs for the Kanto Branch of the Japan Sommelier Association.

Story of Suntory Hakushu Distillery

The Rare Gem known as the "Distillery in the Forest." 

Located in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, at the base of the Southern Alps, is the Hakushu Distillery. Enveloped by a vast forest spanning approximately 820,000 square meters and blessed with pristine air and numerous clear streams, this distillery continues to craft whisky amidst nature's bounty.

Crafting Diverse Raw Spirits
Hakushu Distillery infuses nature's richness and artisan dedication into each stage of whisky production. Blenders expertly balance diverse flavors to create the unique taste of Hakushu single malt whisky—refreshing yet profound.

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