Hakushu 12 Year Old
- Distillery
- Hakushu
- Region
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £149.95
- Community rating
- 4.24 / 5 (38 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Leafy, Fresh Fruit, Green-House
- Description
- From the heart of Japan, Hakushu 12 Year Old offers a 12-year matured single malt experience. People often describe it as 'Leafy' and 'Green-House', which might explain its notable price of £149.95. With a 4.24 rating from 38 reviews, it's either a collector's dream or just another bottle on the shelf. It's a 43% ABV creation that could sway your appreciation for Japanese whisky.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Hakushu 12 Year Old is a 12-year-old single malt from Hakushu (Japan), bottled at 43% ABV. Rated 4.2/5 by the community. Expect intensely smoky, floral and fruity character — smokey, leafy, fresh fruit, green-house. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
From the heart of Japan, Hakushu 12 Year Old offers a 12-year matured single malt experience. People often describe it as 'Leafy' and 'Green-House', which might explain its notable price of £149.95. With a 4.24 rating from 38 reviews, it's either a collector's dream or just another bottle on the shelf. It's a 43% ABV creation that could sway your appreciation for Japanese whisky.
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