Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Japanese Single Malt Whisky | 43% ABV (86 Proof) | 750 mL | Yamanashi, Japan | Lightly Peated | Aged 12 Years

Process & Profile

Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt is produced at Hakushu Distillery, located deep within the forests of Mt. Kaikomagatake in Yamanashi Prefecture. Using 100% malted barley and fresh, naturally filtered alpine water, the whisky is distilled in copper pot stills and matured for 12 years in a variety of cask types. Its mountain environment and lightly peated style create a uniquely fresh, herbaceous and subtly smoky profile that has made Hakushu 12 a cornerstone of modern Japanese whisky.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Green apple, pine, fresh herbs, basil and gentle smoke.
Palate: Crisp pear, mint, citrus zest, soft malt sweetness and light peat.
Finish: Clean, refreshing and lightly smoky with notes of green tea and delicate oak.

What Makes It Special

• Lightly peated Japanese single malt known for its fresh, forest-driven character.

• Aged 12 full years for mature balance and refined complexity.

• Produced using 100% malted barley and pristine mountain water.

• Offers a delicate interplay of fruit, herb and smoke unique to Hakushu’s high-altitude climate.

• Recognized globally as one of the most iconic age-stated Japanese single malts.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy neat to appreciate its fresh herbal layers, or add a few drops of water to reveal bright fruit and soft smoke. Hakushu 12 also excels in a Japanese highball with chilled soda water, where its crispness comes forward beautifully. Pair with sushi, light seafood, mild cheeses or herb-driven dishes to complement its delicate structure.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky?
Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky is a lightly peated single malt aged 12 years and crafted by Suntory at Hakushu Distillery in Yamanashi.

2. What is the alcohol content of Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky?
Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky is bottled at 43% ABV (86 Proof).

3. Where is Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky produced?
It is produced at Hakushu Distillery in the forested mountains of Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan.

4. What makes Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky special?
Its mountain-fresh herbal character, gentle peat, pristine water source and 12-year age statement create a refined and iconic Japanese single malt.

5. Where can I buy Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky?
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