Hakushu 18 Year Old – 100th Anniversary Edition, Japanese Single Malt, 48% ABV, 70cl

Released to celebrate Suntory’s 100th anniversary, this Hakushu 18 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition showcases the distillery’s signature forested, gently smoky style at a beautifully mature age. Bottled at 48% ABV, it combines vibrant green fruit, herbal notes, and elegant smoke, making it one of the most sought-after modern Japanese age-statement whiskies.

Key Details:
- Distillery / Brand: Hakushu (Suntory)
- Bottler: Distillery bottling
- Country: Japan
- Region: Southern Japanese Alps
- Expression / Series: Hakushu 18 Year Old – 100th Anniversary Edition
- Style: Single Malt Japanese Whisky
- Age: 18 Years
- ABV: 48.0%
- Bottle Size: 70cl
- Cask Type / Finish: Mix of carefully selected casks (Hakushu house style – various cask types)
- Outturn / Bottle Number: Limited anniversary release (exact outturn not stated)
- Packaging: Original box included
- Condition: Bottle in excellent condition; fill level high/into neck; label and capsule clean; box with minimal shelf wear if present

Tasting Notes:
Nose: Vibrant and aromatic with top notes of sage, ripe green apples, and hints of ripe pineapple.
Palate: Complex, refined smoke revealing layers of herbal character, grapefruit, and acacia honey.
Finish: Clean, elegant smoke that lingers with undernotes of fresh green citrus.

Why Collect This Bottle:
- Anniversary Release: Special 100th Anniversary edition from one of Japan’s most revered distilleries
- Mature Age Statement: 18 years of carefully selected casks at a higher 48% ABV
- Signature Style: Classic Hakushu green, herbal, gently smoky profile at its best
- Strong Collector Demand: High interest in limited Japanese age-statement anniversary bottlings

Seller Notes:
- Stored upright in a cool, dark, climate-controlled environment
- Fill level: high/into neck; capsule/security seal intact
- Original box in excellent condition with light shelf wear

Bidder Confidence:
- Authenticity assured
- Professional, secure packaging for shipping
- International shipping available; buyer responsible for local duties and taxes