Gift Sets

Region: Japan

Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)

Age: 2000-2018

ABV: 62.2%

Caask: Sherry Cask 

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)

Age: 2000-2018

ABV: 62%

Cask: Sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Hanyu and Kawasaki (Closed)

Age: (25-33 Estimated) 1990 vintage Hanyu and 1982 vintage Kawasaki (bottled in 2015)

ABV: 48%

Cask: Refill Sherry Butts and Demerara Rum Cask

Size: 700 ml

This rare whisky is a fantastic vatting by Mr. Ichiro Akuto (founder of Chichibu Distillery) of two single casks from two lost distilleries, a Hanyu 1990 vintage and a Kawasaki 1982 vintage. This is a special bottling to celebrate the 26th Anniversary of the Kiyosato Field Ballet.

Kawasaki distillery was owned by Mercian Corporation, also the owners of the Karuizawa Distillery, which focused on Malt whisky, while Kawasaki focused on Grain whisky. Located in Kawasaki Prefecture between Tokyo and Yokohama, Kawasaki Distillery generally used 90% corn and 10% malted barley in Refill Sherry Butts and Demerara Rum casks. Mercian became a part of Kirin Holdings in the 2000s and Karuizawa and Kawasaki were both closed. After being closed, most of inventory of casks were stored in the Yamanashi warehouse and bought by Mr. Ichiro Akuto in 2006.

700 bottles were released in 2015. Rated 90+ on Whiskybase over 17 reviews.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Hanyu and Kawasaki (Closed)

Age: 1990 vintage and 1982 vintage (bottled in 2017)

ABV: 48%

Cask: Refill Sherry Butts and Demerara Rum Cask

Size: 700 ml

This rare whisky is a fantastic vatting by Mr. Ichiro Akuto, from two single casks from two lost distilleries, a Hanyu 1990 vintage and a Kawasaki 1982 vintage. This is a special bottling to celebrate the 28th Anniversary of the Kiyosato Field Ballet.

Kawasaki distillery was owned by Mercian Corporation, also the owners of the Karuizawa Distillery, which focused on Malt whisky, while Kawasaki focused on Grain whisky. Located in Kawasaki Prefecture between Tokyo and Yokohama, Kawasaki Distillery used 90% corn and 10% malted barley in Refill Sherry Butts and Demerara Rum casks. Mercian became a part of Kirin Holdings in the 2000s and Karuizawa and Kawasaki were both closed. After being closed, most of inventory of casks were stored in the Yamanashi warehouse and bought by Mr. Ichiro Akuto in 2006.

359 bottles were released in 2017. Rated 92 on Whiskybase across more than 11 reviews.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Hanyu and Kawasaki (Closed)

Age: 1990 vintage and 1982 vintage (bottled in 2018)

ABV: 48%

Cask: Unknown

Size: 700 ml

This rare whisky is a fantastic vatting by Mr. Ichiro Akuto, from two single casks from two lost distilleries, a Hanyu 1990 vintage and a Kawasaki 1982 vintage. This is a special bottling to celebrate the 29th Anniversary of the Kiyosato Field Ballet.

Kawasaki distillery was owned by Mercian Corporation, also the owners of the Karuizawa Distillery, which focused on Malt whisky, while Kawasaki focused on Grain whisky. Located in Kawasaki Prefecture between Tokyo and Yokohama, Kawasaki Distillery used 90% corn and 10% malted barley in Refill Sherry Butts and Demerara Rum casks. Mercian became a part of Kirin Holdings in the 2000s and Karuizawa and Kawasaki were both closed. After being closed, most of inventory of casks were stored in the Yamanashi warehouse and bought by Mr. Ichiro Akuto in 2006.

Since its inauguration in 1990, The Kiyosato Field Ballet has been performed "outdoors" from July to August every year. Their first commemorative anniversary bottlings were released on their 25th anniversary and have been extremely exceptional, rare and collectible. The 25th anniversary release was reportedly a blend of Hakushu, Yamazaki, and Chita grain; 26th and 27th anniversary releases were Hanyu and Kawasaki blends, the 28th anniversary had three releases - a Hakushu, a Hanyu and Kawasaki blend, and a Maker's Mark Private Select bottling, and this 29th anniversary bottling is again a blend of Hanyu and Kawasaki.

403 bottles were released in 2018. 

Region: Japan

Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)

Age: Nov. 1984 - October 2014

ABV: 56.7%

Cask: Oloroso Sherry/Spanish Oak

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)

Age: 1999/2000 - 2017

ABV: 61.4%

Cask: Re-fill Sherry Casks

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yamazaki & Hakushu & Chita

Age: NAS

ABV: 43%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

This Hibiki Blender's Choice released around September 2018, soon after the Hibiki 17 was discontinued, this is rumoured to/believed to be the "replacement". A harmonious blend of Japanese malt and grain whiskies from Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita presented in the traditional Hibiki 24 faceted bottle and reportedly aged between 12 and 30 years with an average age of around 15 years. 

Hibiki Blender's Choice offers a rich and complex profile, making it a valuable addition to any whisky collection. No box is available.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yoichi & Miyagikyo

Age: NAS

ABV: 43%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: Bourbon

Size: 700 ml

This triple distilled, unpeated style single malt whisky from Springbank distillery is matured in bourbon cask for 10 years. Rich with notes of honey and vanilla, citrus fruitiness and a chocolate cream finish that feels oily and chewy. 

This is the 2017 release. For reference, the Whiskyfun rating for the Hazelburn 10y (2014 release) is 90 points. 

Please note the image is for reference only.

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: sherry and bourbon casks

Size: 700 ml

This Single Malt Scotch Whisky from Springbank Distillery was matured for 10 years in a combination of sherry and bourbon casks. It offers a complex mixture of mineral-earthy and fruity notes. Nose: Orchard fruit (pear) with a hint of peat, vanilla and malt. Palate: Malt, oak, spice, nutmeg and cinnamon, vanilla essence. Finish: Sweet, with a lingering salty tingle (Tasting Notes from the distillery).  World Whiskies Award 2014.

Please note NO BOX is available. There may be small nick/damage on the front or back of the label. Sold in "As Is" condition.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yamazaki

Age: 18 Years

ABV: 43%

Cask: Ex-sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

A older version of this Yamazaki 18 years.  A big favourite from the Suntory lineup and a highly awarded whisky. Largely matured in ex-sherry casks.

Color: Deep amber Nose: Raisin, apricot, cafe au lait, Mizunara (Japanese oak) Palate: Blackberry, strawberry jam, dark chocolate. Finish: Long, spicy, smooth and a fair amount of cloves, cardamom and cinnamon. (Suntory's Tasting Notes) 

Whiskyfun gave this 90 points.  Supreme Champion Spirit award at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) in 2025, SWSC Double Gold Medal in 2005, IWSC Trophy in 2006 and ISC Gold in 2007. This is bottled prior to 2018.

Please note that the image is for reference only. The box shows some wear and tear due to the age of these older release bottlings. The specific bottle may either be a Japanese domestic release or an overseas release as per the various images.

Region: Various (Scotland)

Distillery: Various (Scotland)

Age: NAS

ABV: 40%

Cask: Various

Size: 750 ml

Region: Various (Scotland)

Distillery: Various (Scotland)

Age: NAS

ABV: 40%

Cask: Various

Size: 1000 ml

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 10 Years Old (June 2007 - May 2018)

ABV: 59.6%

Cask: Refill Marsala Hogsheads

Size: 700 ml

This triple distilled, unpeated style single malt whisky from Springbank distillery is distilled in 2007, matured in Refill Marsala Hogsheads and bottled in 2018 at cask strength for the Open day 2018. Only 1070 bottles released. 

Please note that no box is available.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)

Age: 33 Years (March 1981 - April 2014)

ABV: 54.5% (Natural Cask Strength)

Cask: Ex-sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Hanyu (Closed)

Age: 23 Years

ABV: 58%

Cask: Sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

This Japanese single malt from the Hanyu Distillery was distilled in 1985, matured for 23 years (reportedly in Sherry Casks and also indicated by a sherried palate) and  bottled at Cask Strength in 2008. A very rare bottling.

Region: Various (Scotland)

Distillery: Various (Scotland)

Age: 18 Years Old

ABV: 40%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml