Hakushu 12 Year Old
100th Anniversary
Hakushu 12 Year Old is a delicately smoky Japanese single malt whisky matured for over a decade in a blend of casks on the lush slopes of Mount Kaikomagatake. It offers a vibrant bouquet of acacia honey, grapefruit, and fresh herbs, with a palate that unfolds layers of sage, green apple, pineapple, and subtle citrus smoke.
43%
12 Years
Whisky
Japanese
About This Bottle
Hakushu 12 Year Old is a delicately smoky Japanese single malt whisky matured for over a decade in a blend of casks on the lush slopes of Mount Kaikomagatake. It offers a vibrant bouquet of acacia honey, grapefruit, and fresh herbs, with a palate that unfolds layers of sage, green apple, pineapple, and subtle citrus smoke.
Common Tasting Notes
These are common flavor notes. Your experience may vary based on palate and serving style.
Producer
Hakushu
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