Suntory The Hakushu 18 Year Old Peated Malt 2025 Edition 700ml

Discover the Essence of Japanese Whisky

Experience the exquisite harmony of smoke, forest freshness, and aged refinement with the Suntory Hakushu 18 Year Old Peated Malt 2025 Edition. This rare release from the iconic Hakushu Distillery perfectly balances peat character with the pristine mountain environment that defines the soul of Japanese whisky.

A Limited-Edition Tribute to Craft

Crafted in small quantities, the 2025 Edition highlights Suntory’s mastery in blending and maturation. Each bottle is composed of carefully selected peated malt whiskies aged for nearly two decades in various oak casks, capturing Hakushu’s signature purity, freshness, and subtle smoke. This exquisite expression honors the distillery’s legacy while offering a deeper, more contemplative style for collectors and connoisseurs.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Radiant gold with glints of amber, reflecting long, patient aging.
• Nose: Clean mountain air intertwined with green herbs, pine, and a wisp of campfire smoke. Hints of apple, pear, and fresh citrus add a bright counterpoint to earthy moss and honeyed malt.
• Palate: Elegant and refined. The peat is gentle, enveloping the palate in soft smoke and subtle spice. Notes of grapefruit zest, green tea, and roasted barley emerge alongside delicate sweetness from the oak.
• Finish: Long, balanced, and graceful — the smoke slowly fades, leaving lingering impressions of citrus peel, oak spice, and clean mountain freshness.

What Makes It Special

• Limited release: Produced in exceptionally small quantities for collectors and enthusiasts.
• Refined peat integration: Smoky yet balanced, perfectly harmonized with Hakushu’s signature green, vibrant style.
• Mature complexity: 18 years of aging impart depth, smoothness, and intricate flavor development.
• Celebration of nature: Embodies the essence of Hakushu’s mountain setting and Japan’s meticulous craftsmanship.

How to Enjoy

• Neat: Best enjoyed at room temperature to appreciate the full depth of smoke and forest aromatics.
• With a few drops of water: Opens up notes of honey, orchard fruit, and gentle spice.
• Over a single large ice cube: Chilling softens the smoke and accentuates the whisky’s silky texture.

A Masterpiece of Balance

The Hakushu 18 Year Old Peated Malt 2025 Edition exemplifies the essence of Japanese whisky artistry — precision, patience, and respect for nature. Complex yet effortless, smoky yet serene, it’s a rare bottling that speaks softly but leaves a lasting impression. For the discerning collector, it’s not just a whisky — it’s an experience of balance and beauty perfected over 18 years.

Visually, the bottle is a testament to elegance, with its radiant gold hue and sophisticated label design, reflecting the whisky's refined character and the distillery's commitment to quality.