Suntory 100th Anniversary Hakushu 12 Years Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky

100th Anniversary Limited Edition Design. The Hakushu 12 Single Malt comprises carefully selected malt whiskies, all aged for a minimum of 12 years in various casks, created in honor of Suntory Whisky's centenary. Nestled deep in Mt. Kaikomagatake, The Hakushu Distillery draws on its unique natural surroundings. The illustration on the bottle captures the Hakushu distillery in soft hues of verdant green, representing the forest surrounding the distillery. Our blenders work with peat while softening the palate using the exceptional mountain water of the area, filtered through ancient granite rocks. This creates a fresh and gently smoky single malt whisky, a true revelation in Japanese single malts that must be experienced.

Nose: Basil, pine needle, green apple
Palate: Sweet Pear, mint, kiwi
Finish: Green tea, subtle smoke

The Hakushu 12-year-old Single Malt, with its smoky yet fresh profile, can be beautifully complemented by various dishes. Here are a few suggestions:

Apple or Pear Salad with Basil: This could make a crisp and refreshing pairing that harmonizes with the green apple and sweet pear tasting notes, while the basil in the salad would connect with the basil note on the nose.

Grilled Mint-Lamb Skewers: The smokiness from the grill would align with the whisky's subtle smoke on the finish, while the mint would resonate with the mint note on the palate.

Sushi or Sashimi with Kiwi Sauce: Adding a sweet kiwi sauce would complement the kiwi on the palate. In contrast, the delicate flavors of the sushi or sashimi won't overwhelm the whisky.

Matcha (Green Tea) Desserts: Whether it's a matcha cake or matcha ice cream, the green tea flavors would be a great match for the green tea finish of the whisky.