The Nikka Taketsuru 17 Years Old Pure Malt Whisky is named in honor of Masataka Taketsuru, the company’s founder and father of Japanese whisky. Masataka was an industry pioneer who mastered whisky-making in Scotland and returned to Japan to develop the first genuine Japanese whisky. He founded distilleries in Yoichi and Miyagikyo, surrounded by natural resources. The Nikka Taketsuru 17 Years Old Pure Malt Whisky is a combination of single malt whiskies from Nikka’s two distilleries. “The strength of this whisky lies in the way the subtle aroma of peat builds up over time,” says world-renowned British whisky critic Jim Murray in appreciation of the Nikka Taketsuru 17 Year Old. Its mellow, well-rounded nose and palate are sure to please.

Suntory Whisky was founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii. For over three generations, Suntory's master blenders have devoted themselves to pursuing the harmony of Japanese nature and craftsmanship. Shaped through masterful technique and served with a reverence for Japanese omotenashi, Suntory whiskies are among the most awarded and admired in the world. Hibiki is the paragon of harmony - launched in 1989 to commemorate Suntory's philosophy of living in harmony with people and nature. The name Hibiki means "resonance" in Japanese. Suntory Whisky Hibiki resonates with the subtleties of nature infused by the twenty-four seasons of Japan's traditional calendar and reflected in the twenty-four facets of its bottle's design. Hibiki is a noble blend of innumerous malt and grain whiskies from Suntory's globally acclaimed Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita distilleries. These whiskies are meticulously blended to created a sense of "wa" - a oneness which unveils a full orchestra of flavours and aroma. Hibiki Japanese Harmony Master's Select is a limited edition blend created by adding carefully selected chose Yamazaki sherry cask-aged malt whiskies to the base of the Hibiki Japanese Harmony Blend. This specially designed bottled depicts imagery of the sakura blossom, goshoguruma (royal carriage), and ryusuimon (stream of water), traditional Japanese symbols of prosperity and good fortune seen frequently in the Edo Period. The bottle honours the artistry of Japanese culture and celebrates the harmony of Japanese nature and craftmanship found in Hibiki.

The Hakushu Distillery was founded half a century after Yamazaki. Keizo Saji, the second Master Blender, inherited his father’s quest to push the boundaries of what a Japanese whisky could be. He had searched all over Japan for high quality water that would produce the most delicately aromatic whisky. After searching with tenacity to the headstreams of rivers and deep into rugged mountains, he found Hakushu. The Hakushu Distillery is one of the highest distilleries in the world, built amidst the deepest forests of Mt. Kaikomagatake in the Japanese Southern Alps. The majestic forest that surrounds the Hakushu Distillery shelters an abundance of plant varieties reflecting the many expressions of Japanese nature. The malt whiskies born here are simultaneously blessed with a very particular microclimate, verdant forests, and water offering a rare softness only made possible by filtration of rain and snow through thousand-year-old granite rocks. Straight from the untouched forests, soft and crisp waters and mountains of the Southern Japanese Alps, it is no wonder that Hakushu is a "green and crisp" whisky. Created by the dream for a new type of whisky of Keizo Saji, the second master blender, the unique taste made in distinct four seasons in high altitude is praised by the most curious whisky connoisseurs and lovers of gastronomy. The Hakushu range of whiskies, with their crisp and vibrant feel, each one unique in a single malt whisky, will enliven your palate and liberate your senses. Experience the serene essence of Japan’s forests with Hakushu Japanese Forest Bittersweet Edition. This exceptional whisky is a tribute to nature’s beauty, capturing the sweetly complex but sprightly flavour with notes of Manuka honey, orange marmalade, and cacao. A harmoniously balanced bitterness reminiscent of espresso, leaving a delightful, lingering taste. Crafted with precision and care, it reflects the pristine landscapes of Japan, offering a unique journey through the heart of Japan’s forests with every sip. Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the woods, elevated by the craftsmanship of Japanese whisky-making. Amber with reddish hues, the on the nose are aromas of cloves, apricot and prune. The palate has a sweetly complex but sprightly flavour with notes of Manuka honey, orange marmalade and cacao. The finish is well-balanced espresso-like bitter flavour that lingers pleasantly. This release is part of a limited edition batch, making it a prized addition to any whisky collection. Don’t miss the opportunity to savour the first of its kind from Hakushu.

Every Macallan single malt reveals the distilleries unrivalled commitment to the mastery of spirit and wood for which they have been known since it was established in 1824. It is an expression of their enduring desire to go beyond ordinary, to seek out the extraordinary, and create peerless single malts. The Macallan Sherry Oak 18 Years Old forms part of The Macallan Sherry Oak range. When matured in Oloroso sherry seasoned oaks casks from Jerez, Spain, their rich, fruity, and full bodied 'new make' spirit is transformed into an iconic single malt. The sherry seasoned oak cask delivers a single malt characterised by the mature oak, ginger, and raisin flavours.

Not to be confused the Taketsuru - a blended malt named for the founder of the company Masataka Taketsuru - this non age statement blend is named Nikka Tsuru, the Japanese word for crane, the graceful bird who's likeness adorns the exterior of this attractive ceramic decanter.

This 30 year old Glenfarclas Single Malt has been matured in some the best oak casks available to Glenfarclas. Produced in the heart of Speyside, Whiskies from this area are generally known for their elegance and complexity. Dark amber-gold colour leads to the rich, intense combination of sherried fruit, Christmas spices, peat smoke and dark chocolate. The warm and rich flavours gradually melt into a lingering fruit and nut chocolate feel on the palate. The finish is long lasting and velvety smooth.

In Japanese, everything finds its place, this release cherish the nature, culture and mindset of Japan coming together to the un-paralleled end piece that is Hibiki. Born in 1989, Hibiki is created with Passion for quality & innovation. Achieve harmonious co-existence with the world and nature. Treasure inherited whiskies & thriving to make new flavours which will blossom in the next generation. Whiskies that are a reflection of each artisans gift for the future.

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