Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whiskey
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Discover the exquisite taste of Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky, meticulously crafted by the renowned Suntory distillery, nestled in the untouched forests of the Southern Japanese Alps. This premium whisky is celebrated for its crisp and vibrant character, making it a standout choice for connoisseurs and collectors alike. Founded by Keizo Saji in 1973, the Hakushu Distillery embodies Suntory's dedication to innovation and quality, using pure waters and pristine natural surroundings to create a truly unique single malt experience. The Hakushu 12 Year Old Single Malt offers a delightful blend of herbal and gently smoky notes, resulting in a complex and refreshing whisky that is both versatile and sophisticated.
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Bottle details
| Type | Japanese Whiskey |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hakushu |
| Producer | Suntory Hakushu Distillery |
| Origin | Yamanashi, Japan |
| Age | 12 years |
| Strength | 43% ABV (86 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | malted barley |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is a single malt that tastes like the place it comes from. Suntory's Hakushu Distillery sits in the forests of the Southern Japanese Alps in Yamanashi, and the 12 Year Old pours green and bright, with basil, pine needles and green apple on the nose, then sweet pear, mint, kiwi and lime on a clean, velvety palate. A gentle thread of smoke from this peated malt runs underneath rather than taking over, and the finish drifts through green tea, honey, lemon and a little ginger. At 43% ABV it is approachable enough for someone stepping into Japanese whisky for the first time, yet layered enough to reward a collector tasting it side by side with other single malts. It also does double duty: savor it neat, or stretch it into a highball with soda and a lemon twist, where its foresty character opens up. We carry it because it shows herbal freshness and restrained smoke with real clarity, and it earns a place in both the cocktail cabinet and the tasting lineup.
Pairs well with
- Sushi and sashimi — The whisky's clean, fresh pear and green-fruit character complements delicate raw fish without overwhelming it.
- Grilled seafood — A hint of smoke and a bright lime and lemon note echo the char and citrus that suit grilled fish and shellfish.
- Warm-evening highball gathering — Topped with soda and a lemon twist, its mint, pine and green apple notes make a crisp, refreshing long drink to share.
Questions about this bottle
What does Hakushu 12 Year Old taste like?
What does Hakushu 12 Year Old taste like?
Expect a bright, herbal nose of basil, pine needles and green apple with persimmon and acacia honey. The palate is clean and velvety with sweet pear, mint, kiwi and lime, plus a hint of smoke. The medium finish is woody and earthy with green tea, honey, lemon, ginger and a mineral touch.
Is this a smoky whisky?
Is this a smoky whisky?
It is a peated single malt, but the smoke is gentle. It appears as a hint on the palate and again subtly on the finish, balanced by fresh green fruit, herbs and honey rather than dominating the glass.
What is the best way to drink it?
What is the best way to drink it?
It works neat for slow sipping, over a large ice cube for a cooler, gradually opening pour, mixed with chilled water in the mizuwari style, or as a highball with soda water and a lemon twist, which highlights its fresh, foresty character.
Who makes it and what are the bottle specs?
Who makes it and what are the bottle specs?
It is made at Suntory's Hakushu Distillery in Yamanashi, Japan, founded by Keizo Saji in 1973 in the forests of the Southern Japanese Alps. It is a 12 year old single malt from malted barley, bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) in a 750 ml bottle.
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