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Hakushu Distiller's Reserve
From Suntory’s mountain forest distillery, nestled deep in Mt. Kaikomagatake, Suntory Single Malt Whisky Hakushu® is the gently smoky single malt whisky with herbal notes that is the revelation of Japanese single malts.
  Hakushu [HACK-shoe]   Japanese Whisky Japan $169.99 43.00% ABV
 100% Malted Barley
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Part of the  Beam Suntory family of brands.
Tasting Notes
Nose: The aroma is dominated by fresh, herbaceous notes of peppermint and pine, complemented by the sweetness of melon and the coolness of cucumber.
Palate: The palate mirrors the nose with a smooth transition of herbal flavors. Mint continues to evolve, with a citrus zest adding a vibrant touch.
Finish: The finish is long, with a subtle hint of smoke lingering on the palate.
Mars Iwai Tsunuki Peated Single Malt
Mars Iwai Tsunuki Peated Single Malt is a Japanese whisky known for its peated character, offering a unique blend of smoky and fruity notes. It features a soft, peaty profile with hints of honey, barley, apple, pear, and quince on the nose, followed by a creamy texture and smoky peat on the palate. The finish is also described as smoky and peaty. It's a single malt whisky produced at the Mars Tsunuki Distillery in Kagoshima, Japan, and is bottled at 50% ABV.
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Part of the  Hombo Shuzo Co. family of brands.
Note: This whisky is part of an ongoing series, with variability between each release due to differences in mash bill, barrels used, age profile, and others. If the specific version is not listed, ask your server or a store employee for more info.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Smoked maple syrup, wet campfire, dried apricot, and hints of fruit and honey.
Palate: Prominent peat, sandalwood, browned butter, stemmy herbs, wet gravel, and a hint of menthol. Sweet and smoky with a creamy texture.
Finish: Drying, with lingering notes of black fruit and charred oak.
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