Hanyu

With a long family history over several generations in sake brewing since 1626, Isouji Akuto established the Hanyu distillery in 1941 (with the alcohol license being finally obtained in 1946) in the town of Hanyu, located to the northwest of Tokyo in Saitama Prefecture. However, it was only in 1980 that the production of single malt commenced after the purchase of two traditional Japanese-made pot stills. Unfortunately during that time the demand was primarily biased towards blended whiskies. Consequently, Hanyu stopped production in 2000, and the distillery was finally closed in 2004.
The remaining stock of Hanyu were recovered by Ichiro Akuto (grandson of the founder of Isouji Akuto) with the assistance of another sake producer Sasanokawa Shuzo who helped to store them until 2008 when they were finally transferred to Chichibu in the new distillery founded by Ichiro Akuto. These Hanyu casks were bottled into the now legendary Ichiro's Malt - Hanyu Card Series and other Hanyu releases. Some of the stock were also vatted with Chichibu's own distillate in the various Leaf Series bottlings with a predominant representation in the Double Distilleries Green Leaf Series (this component is likely to be lower in the newer releases).

Ichiro's Malt WWR Wine Wood Reserve Japanese Pure Malt Whisky 700ml – deep ruby spirit with iconic red-pink leaf label alongside dark green gift box, matured in wine casks at Chichibu Distillery, 46% ABV | 一郎麥芽葡萄酒桶珍藏純麥威士忌 秩父蒸餾廠 紅葉標誌 葡萄酒桶熟成
A vatting of Chichibu, Hanyu and several other world whiskies vatted in a rather unique Ovum (egg) - shaped cask made from French Oak, shaped in the Charentes region by the Taransaud Company.  As we would expect, sweet wine notes, red berries with some spiciness on the nose and a palate which reminds us of fresh apples, caramel sweetness, mild spices and some light tannins. A medium long dry finish with some subtle chocolate bitterness.

Ichiro's Malt WWR Wine Wood Reserve Pure Malt Whisky

HK$1,490.00

Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries Japanese Pure Malt Whisky 700ml – clear bottle with iconic green leaf label alongside dark green gift box, vatting of Chichibu and Hanyu distilleries, 46% ABV | 一郎麥芽雙蒸餾廠純麥威士忌 秩父及羽生蒸餾廠 綠葉標誌
Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries, This bottling from Ichiro san has historically included malt from 2 distilleries - Chichibu & from his grandfather's distillery Hanyu.

Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries Pure Malt Whisky

HK$1,890.00

Comprises whisky from Chichibu, Hanyu and possibly other Japanese/Scottish distilleries. Label says: 'this is worldwide blended whisky'. Given that this is an old bottling, there is some slight wear and tear/creases to the box. However, the Whisky bottle, seal etc. are in good condition.
Ichiro's Malt & Grain World Blended Whisky (Premium Black Label), Comprises whisky from Chichibu, Hanyu and possibly other Japanese/Scottish distilleries. Label says: 'this is worldwide blended whisky'. Given that this is an old bottling, there is some slight wear and tear to the box. However, the Whisky bottle, seal etc. are in good condition. Bottle and box will be available in "as is" condition. Please ask us for updated images.

Ichiro's Malt & Grain Premium World Blended Whisky (Black Leaf Label)

HK$9,990.00

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 2000 Bourbon Barrel
This Japanese single malt from Ichiro's Malt Hanyu Distillery is a single cask

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 2000 Bourbon Barrel #923 Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HK$25,890.00

A release from the final operation year of Hanyu Distillery in 2000. Aged for 15 years and bottled without coloring and chill-filtration. 3710 bottles were released.  Bottle number in the image is for reference only.
Final Vintage of Hanyu 15 Years

Ichiro's Malt The Final Vintage of Hanyu 15 Years Old 2000 Vintage

HK$25,890.00

Distilled in 1990 and bottled in 2013 after maturation in a First Fill Bourbon Barrel
Hanyu 2013 Tokyo International Bar Show Whisky Live Single Cask

Hanyu 2013 Tokyo International Bar Show Whisky Live Single Cask #518 Single Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$28,890.00

Hanyu-Kawasaki Ichiro's Malt & Grain Kiyosato Field Ballet 29th Anniversary Japanese Blended Whisky
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.

Hanyu-Kawasaki Ichiro's Malt & Grain Kiyosato Field Ballet 29th Anniversary Japanese Blended Whisky

HK$29,890.00

Hanyu-Kawasaki Ichiro's Malt & Grain Kiyosato Field Ballet 28th Anniversary Japanese Blended Whisky
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.

Hanyu-Kawasaki Ichiro's Malt & Grain Kiyosato Field Ballet 28th Anniversary Japanese Blended Whisky

HK$29,890.00

Hanyu-Kawasaki Ichiro's Malt & Grain Kiyosato Field Ballet 27th Anniversary Japanese Blended Whisky
A superb Japanese Blended Whisky from Hanyu and Kawasaki both closed Japanese Whisky Distilleries. A highly collectible bottling.

Hanyu-Kawasaki Ichiro's Malt & Grain Kiyosato Field Ballet 27th Anniversary Japanese Blended Whisky

HK$29,890.00

Hanyu-Kawasaki Ichiro's Malt & Grain Kiyosato Field Ballet 26th Anniversary Japanese Blended Whisky
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 26th Anniversary of the Kiyosato Field Ballet.

Hanyu-Kawasaki Ichiro's Malt & Grain Kiyosato Field Ballet 26th Anniversary Japanese Blended Whisky

HK$29,890.00

This highly rated Japanese single malt from the Hanyu Distillery is a quarter cask bottled in 2011 by Ichiro Akuto. Reportedly only 200 bottles were released exclusively for Mitsukoshi after vatting of 2 Quarter Casks ("Chibidaru"). A rare bottling indeed. Rated 90+ on Whisky Base by about 5 reviewers.
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt Quarter Cask 1991 - 2011 Cask Strength Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Hanyu Ichiro's Malt Quarter Cask 1991 - 2011 Cask Strength Single Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$48,890.00

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: Japan Distillery: Hanyu (Closed) Age: 23 Years ABV: 58% Size: 700 ml This Japanese single malt from the Hanyu Distillery was distilled in 1985, matured for 23 years and bottled at Cask Strength in 2008. Also this release won the ‘Best Japanese Single Malt Whisky 21 Years and Over’ at World Whiskies Awards 2008.

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Years Old Cask Strength Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HK$49,890.00

This Japanese single malt from the Hanyu Distillery is a single cask
Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 1986 Single Cask

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 1986 Single Cask#1383 Salon de Shimaji 26 Years Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HK$53,890.00

A vatting of Chichibu, and other world whiskies matured in Mizunara Oak Casks. A very rare combination indeed. Fragrant with woody and incense notes like sandalwood on the nose. Honey and fruity sweetness at start, followed by hints of spice, oak and citrus bitterness. This is a unique bottling given the general shortage, costs and challenges of maturation in Mizunara Oak.
Ichiro's Malt MWR Mizunara Wood Reserve, ,A vatting of Hanyu, Chichibu and other world whisky matured in Mizunara Oak Casks. A very rare combination indeed.

Ichiro's Malt MWR Mizunara Wood Reserve Pure Malt Whisky

HK$1,490.00

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu Card Series "Joker" Colored Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu Card Series "Joker" Colored Single Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$45,900.00

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu Card Series "Seven of Spades" Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu Card Series "Seven of Spades" Single Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$90,000.00

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu Card Series "Ace of Clubs" Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu Card Series "Ace of Clubs" Single Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$90,000.00

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu Card Series "Six of Hearts" Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu Card Series "Six of Hearts" Single Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$69,000.00