Hakushu Distiller's Reserve Japanese Whisky – 70cl
Hakushu Distiller's Reserve — the entry-level expression from Suntory's celebrated Hakushu distillery, located in Japan's Southern Alps (founded 1973). Non-age-statement, distinctively fresh, gently smoky, and forest-green in character. The lighter, more elegant counterpart to Yamazaki.
Why you'll love it
- Fresh green apple, gentle smoke, mint, subtle citrus — distinctively fresh Japanese single malt character
- From Hakushu — Suntory's forest distillery in the Japanese Alps, elevation 700m
- Perfect for lighter-palate whisky drinkers, highball enthusiasts, and Hakushu collection building
- Presented in Hakushu's distinctive green-labeled bottle
Perfect pairings
Fresh and clean pairings — sashimi, aged Comté, fresh salads with delicate dressings, or serve neat with a small water. Also outstanding as a premium Japanese highball.
Perfect for
- Lighter-palate whisky drinkers
- Highball enthusiasts seeking premium Japanese base whisky
- Hakushu collection building at accessible entry point
- Introducing friends to Japanese single malt (lighter alternative to Yamazaki)
Compare with
Ready to step up to a proper age statement? Try Hakushu 12 Year Old ($309) — the celebrated core Hakushu age statement. Prefer Suntory's other distillery? Yamazaki Distiller's Reserve ($141) offers a richer, honey-forward alternative.
Frequently asked
What makes Hakushu distinctive?
Hakushu is nicknamed the "forest distillery" — located at 700m altitude in the Japanese Alps, surrounded by pristine forest. Uses lightly peated malt, delivering fresh green notes and gentle smoke unusual for Japanese single malt.
Is Hakushu smoky?
Lightly, yes — Hakushu uses gently peated malt, distinct from most Japanese single malts. The smoke is refined and integrated, not as intense as Islay Scotch. Excellent for those who like a touch of smoke.
Hakushu vs Yamazaki — which should I choose?
Yamazaki leans richer, honey-forward, sherry-influenced. Hakushu leans fresher, greener, lightly smoky, forest-inspired. Different styles from the same producer — both worth exploring.
Quick facts
- Distillery: Hakushu (Japanese Alps — founded 1973)
- Style: Non-age-statement Japanese single malt with light peat
- ABV: 43%
- Volume: 70cl
- Elevation: 700m in the Japanese Alps
- Delivery: Free islandwide delivery across Singapore
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Bright and aromatic — gentle peat smoke, fresh herbs, ripe green apple, vanilla, soft mint, soft pear, and a touch of toasted oak — clean and distinctively forest-like.
PALATE
Smooth and rounded — gentle smoke, fresh herbs, honeyed green apple, vanilla cream, soft mint, gentle citrus, and integrated bourbon oak — silky and refreshingly composed.
FINISH
Medium and clean — lingering gentle smoke, fresh herbs, vanilla, soft mint, and a gentle warmth fading evenly — bright and elegantly composed.
ABV: 43% ABV
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1 Bottle x 70cl, 2 Bottles (Save $8.00), 3 Bottles (Save $18.00) |
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