New Arrivals

Region: Japan

Distillery: Sakurao Distillery, Hiroshima

Age: 3 years

ABV: 43%

Cask: Bourbon barrel

Size: 700 ml

Togouchi Single Malt Japanese Whisky also produced by the Sakurao Distillery is aged in a historic railway tunnel surrounded by lush forests and clear streams in Togouchi, Hiroshima for more than 3 years. This unique maturation environment maintains a cool, stable temperature year-round, allowing the whisky to develop slowly and smoothly.

Tasting Note: Nose: Vanilla, apple, marmalade, melon. Palate: Light and smooth taste, clean sweetness. Finish: Refreshing and gentle with a crisp finish.

Region: Japan/World

Distillery: Asaka Distillery & 4 World Whisky Distilleries

Age: More than 3 Years

ABV: 47%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

This is a non chill-filtered natural color whisky. A world blended whisky which combines Whisky from the Asaka Distillery owned by Sasanokawa Shuzo & 4 other unnamed distilleries from different whisky regions around the world. The key malt comes from the Asaka Distillery (Japan) while the other whiskies are from Scotland, Ireland, USA and Canada (& 4) 

Tasting Notes: A hint of maple syrup and floral notes on the nose combined with a rich malt on the palate with some cereal notes, hint of spices and and subtle smoky aftertaste.

Awards:
Gold winner on World Whiskies Awards 2025 - International Blended
Silver winner on Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition 2025 
Gold winner on Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition 2024

Region: Japan

Distillery: Shindo Distillery, Fukuoka

Age: NAS

ABV: 50%

Cask: Bourbon barrels, Mizunara cask, Oloroso Sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

Shindo Experimental 01 is a Japanese single malt whisky from Shindo Distillery, located in Fukuoka, Japan. It is their debut release. The whisky is unpeated, and matured primarily in bourbon barrels, Mizunara oak, Oloroso sherry casks and some other casks. 

Shindo Distillery started operation in August 2021 in Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Based on the concept of "THE QUEST FOR THE ORIGINAL" and the paths laid down by the previous generation predecessors, The "thorough creation of new makes using proprietary yeast," "aging in various types of barrels," and so on, We continue to face unique challenges.

Tasting Notes: The top is gorgeous, tropical and fruity. This is followed by an oriental, sweet buttercream-like aroma. The last part is toffee and milky with a long aftertaste.

Awarded “Best of Category” at the Tasting Trendies Spirits Challenge 2025.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Sakurao Distillery

Age: unknown

ABV: 50%

Cask: Bourbon, Sauternes wine casks

Size: 700 ml

The limited release Sakurao Single Malt Sauternes Cask Stillman’s Selection is a lightly peated Whisky, which has been first matured in Bourbon barrels and then finished in Bordeaux Sauternes wine casks, with a deep amber hue and a rich, complex profile shaped by its unique maturation process.

This bottle is part of the premium Stillman’s Selection range, reflecting the master distiller’s personal choice of the finest casks. It balances a light peated character with layered notes of fruit and honey, offering a harmonious blend of sweetness and depth.

The Sauternes cask imparts luxurious layers of honeyed sweetness, ripe fruit such as apricot, apple, and pear, alongside rich vanilla and gentle spices. The nose reveals aromas of golden honey, fresh apple, warm cinnamon, and subtle floral notes. On the palate, expect creamy custard, banana, and tropical fruit richness, complemented by a comfortable smokiness and oak aroma.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Shinshu Mars

Age: Over 3 years

ABV: 45%

Cask: Bourbon barrels, Sherry casks, Port casks, Wine casks

Size: 700 ml

Introducing this new expression from Shinshu Mars, the much anticipated flagship of their Komagatake range produced at their Shinshu Mars distillery in Nagano. Crafted without chill filtration and aged across Bourbon barrels, Sherry casks, Port casks, and Wine casks, this whisky achieves balance and can be enjoyed by beginners and connoisseurs alike. On the nose, discover inviting aromas of apple tea and apricots. The palate presents a velvety texture with honeyed warmth, toasted almonds, and stone fruits. A gentle, lingering finish with subtle sweetness provides a nice end to this well crafted Japanese single malt.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Hokkaido Akkeshi Distillery

Age: NAS

ABV: 48% 

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

Akkeshi Single Blended Japanese Whisky “Toji” (冬至), also called “Winter Solstice,” is the first bottle in the Nishi-Nibu (二至二分) special release series of Akkeshi’s 24 Season Series. As the 18th edition, it represents the winter solstice season when the shortest daylight occurs, symbolizing the sun’s rebirth.

This whisky blends malt with grain whisky both of which are produced at Akkeshi Distillery. Their grain whisky, made from 100% Hokkaido-produced ingredients, is produced using their pot stills (unlike the usual continuous column stills that are used for grain whisky) resulting in a bolder profile rather than a very rounded/neutral profile.  

Region: Japan

Distillery: Mars Komagatake Distillery (Hombo Shuzo)

Age: NAS

ABV: 50%

Cask: Bourbon, Sherry and Wine 

Size: 700 ml

The “2024 Edition” is a limited release single malt whisky, bottled in 2024. It is crafted primarily from bourbon barrel-matured whisky and blended with a selection of original whiskies, including richly flavored sherry and wine cask maturations. Single Malt Komagatake is made at the Mars Komagatake Distillery, nestled at the base of the Komagatake mountain range in the Central Alps, an area renowned for its pristine nature and exceptional water quality.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Sakurao Distillery, Hiroshima

Age: NAS

ABV: 40%

Cask: Various cask

Size: 700 ml

Togouchi Peated Cask Finish Japanese Blended Whisky is a blend crafted by Sakurao Distillery, combining single malt and single grain whiskies. It is firstly matured at the Sakurao Distillery and then further matured in a unique underground railway tunnel in the heart of Mount Osorakan, Hiroshima, offering ideal conditions for slow and even aging.

According to Togouchi, this whisky is aged in casks previously used for whisky with smoky aromas to create the distinctive flavor of Togouchi Peated Cask Finish. The result is a whisky with a unique smoky character and rich sweetness, as if it were gently smoked.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Sakurao Distillery

Age: almost 4 years (Distilled on Nov 2020, Bottled on Oct 2024)

ABV: 62%

Cask: Bordeaux Red Wine Cask

Size: 700 ml

This Sakurao single cask (#7156) single malt whisky bottled exclusively for Whisky Live Hong Kong 2024 with total release of 255 bottles.

Nose: Beautiful red fruit cake, raisins, sweet spices. Palate: Red Fruit, raspberry, clove, cinnamon, refined tannin. Finish: Spiced cherry, black pepper, lengthy sweet spices finish.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Asaka Distillery (Sasanokawa Shuzo)

Age: N/A

ABV: 62% (Natural Cask Strength)

Cask: Bourbon cask

Size: 700 ml

This Single Cask bottling from the Asaka Distillery selected by and bottled exclusively for Mizunara has been matured in a Bourbon cask. Distilled: May 20.2020. Bottled: Nov 20.2023.

Color: Pale Gold.
Nose: Fresh & fruity with vanilla, honey and lemon cake.
Palate: Honeyed sweetness along with some green apples, pear and cooked peaches with subtle grassy notes evolving into salted buttery notes.
Finish: Lingering oak spices

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Balvenie

Age: 21 Years

ABV: 47.6%

Cask: Oak/Port Cask

Size: 700 ml

This bottling is from an old presentation of The Balvenie 21 Year Old and matured in two casks - Traditional Oak Casks and then finished for a few months in Port Casks. This is a special Non - Chill Filtered Release during the time of malt master David Stewart has been bottled at a higher ABV of 47.6%. 

This masterpiece is characterized by fruit, honey and spice notes, with a gentle nutty finish (Tasting Notes from Producer). 

Rated 88+ on WhiskyBase across over 200 votes.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Nagahama X World

Age: NAS

ABV: 47% 

Cask: Various casks

Size: 700 ml

Edition Peated is the Fifth whisky in the Nagahama Amahagan World Malt series and the first in the series to feature a smoky, peaty flavor. Edition Peated won a silver medal in the Best International Blended Malt category at the 2022 WWA, demonstrating its market recognition.

Since its opening in 2016, the Nagahama Distillery has faced challenges due to limited production, unable to meet market demand on its own. Therefore, Nagahama has been actively seeking collaborations with other distilleries to create blended whiskies, leading to rapid advancements in its blending techniques. This whisky is made by blending Nagahama malt whisky with smoky malt whiskies from other regions, followed by further maturation in bourbon casks, resulting in a more complex flavor profile.

Nose: Medium smoky aroma with hints of green apple, creating a pleasantly languid fragrance. Palate: the beer is light and airy, with a sweet grapefruit aroma and a surprising touch of acidity. Finish: followed by subtle hints of mint and ginna. 

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Kanosuke Distillery

Age: NAS

ABV: 50%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

Experience the fourth chapter of KANOSUKE's exclusive "Artist Edition" series, a profound exploration of the Japanese Five Elements philosophy (Godai). 

"Artist Edition #004", draws inspiration from “Metal (Gon)” and KANOSUKE's signature three pot stills to create a complex vatting of diverse unpeated spirits. At its core lies a lush, fruity spirit from Kanosuke's Spirits Still 2 (SS2), elevated by the rare depth of triple-distilled bourbon barrel spirit. The journey culminates in a unique finish within Islay casks, matured under the Kagoshima sun in Hioki. This fusion evokes a layered, lingering finish—a dialogue between the sea breezes of Islay and Hioki.

The "Artist Edition" series is inspired by the "Five Elements Theory" (wood, fire, earth, metal, water), a concept deeply rooted in Japanese culture. Various artists have been invited in the past to create original labels based on these five elements.

The beautiful brush gold label is designed by Japanese artist Keiko Yuasa, whose delicate brushwork captures the serene essence of "Metal (Gon)." 

Region: Japan

Distillery: Sakurao Distillery

Age: NAS

ABV: 43%

Cask: Various casks

Size: 700 ml

Discover the Sakurao Single Malt Japanese Whisky, born from the Sakurao Distillery nestled in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima. This Whisky benefits from its remarkable terroir—where the Seto Inland Sea's gentle warmth meets the Chugoku Mountains, creating ideal conditions for maturation. The result is a whisky of wonderful depth: a dark amber pour that greets you with notes of raisins, citrus, and stone fruits. On the palate, creamy vanilla unfolds alongside subtle layers of bitterness and acidity, leading to a captivating finish of smoky oak and lingering sweetness. An expression of Japanese whisky craftsmanship.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Nagahama & World

Age: NAS

ABV: 47% 

Cask: Finished in Red Wine Cask

Size: 700 ml

Nose: Raisins and berries from the red wine barrels blend perfectly with the unique malty sweetness of the Nagahama distilled wine. Palate: Refreshing orange peel aroma, adding a bright layer to the overall flavor. The natural sweetness of the grains slowly spreads in the mouth. Finish: Perfectly balanced bitterness that completes the complexion with greater balance and depth.

Awards:
Gold in the World Whiskies Awards 2020
Silver in The San Francisco World Spirits Competitions 2020
Silver in the World Whiskies Awards 2021

Region: Japan

Distillery: Sakurao Distillery, Hiroshima

Age: NAS

ABV: 40%

Cask: Various cask

Size: 700 ml

Crafted by skilled blenders to highlight the distinct character of each whisky, Togouchi PREMIUM offers a harmonious blend. Starting with whisky aged in the Togouchi Tunnel, this journey of innovation has resulted in a refined expression of Japanese whisky.

The blend carefully combines malt and grain whiskies distilled and matured at Sakurao Distillery in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima—a region known for its unique natural environment. The proximity to the Seto Inland Sea and the Chugoku Mountains creates a distinctive maturation climate, where warm sea breezes and cool mountain air influence the whisky’s character.

Tasting Note: Nose: Nuts and fruit Palate: A sweet flavor of vanilla and milk chocolate with moderate acidity. Finish: Full-bodied sweetness with a woody aftertaste.