The Hakushu 25 Year Old

The Hakushu 25 Year Old is a rare, ultra-aged single malt whisky from Suntory’s famed Hakushu Distillery, nestled deep within the lush forests of Mt. Kaikomagatake in Japan’s Southern Alps. Founded half a century after Yamazaki, the Hakushu Distillery was the vision of Keizo Saji, Suntory’s second Master Blender, who sought the ideal natural environment to produce a delicately aromatic and verdant whisky.

Known as one of the highest distilleries in the world, Hakushu benefits from a unique microclimate and exceptionally soft water—naturally filtered through ancient granite rock—that brings purity and clarity to its whisky. The 25 Year Old is a culmination of decades of meticulous craftsmanship and harmony with nature, capturing the essence of Japan’s forests, seasons, and precision distilling.

Hakushu Distillery

Founded in 1973 by Suntory’s second Master Blender, Keizo Saji, Hakushu Distillery is nestled deep within the forests of Mt. Kaikomagatake in Japan’s Southern Alps. Known for its verdant surroundings and exceptionally pure water, the distillery produces whiskies with a distinctively herbal, subtly smoky character. Hakushu is celebrated for blending traditional Scottish techniques with Japanese precision and environmental harmony.

Hakushu 25 Year Old Tasting Notes

Nose: Complex aromas of plum, caramel, and unlit cigars, underpinned by a quiet forest smokiness.
Palate: Rich layers of crème brûlée and baked pineapple, with a herbal depth of fresh sage. Smooth and refined with balanced sweetness.
Finish: Long, elegant, and gently smoky with subtle cypress and lingering wood spice.

Why Add Hakushu 25 Year Old to Your Collection?

As a multi-award-winning, ultra-aged single malt matured in a trio of premium oak casks, the Hakushu 25 Year Old is a hallmark of Japanese whisky excellence. Its limited availability, prestigious accolades, and deep complexity make it an exceptional centrepiece for any serious collector or enthusiast of rare Japanese whiskies.