Nature plays a very important role for the Japanese. Deep forests, pure waters, mighty mountains and lush greenery characterize the landscape of Japan, which is also the inspiration for the production of Suntory Hakushu whiskey. The combination of craftsmanship, the riches of nature and strong dedication make up the production of Suntory Hakushu whiskey - and you will taste it in every drop.
The founder
In 1923, Shinjiro Torii decided to produce a whisky that would have a fine, nuanced but complex character, just like the soul of Japan. Inspired by the Scottish tradition of whisky distilling, he founded Japan's first distillery, north of Osaka. In 1937, Torii achieved his big breakthrough with the introduction of Suntory Kakubin Whisky. From then on, Suntory bars were opened across the country. With the invention of "Mizuwari", a whisky-water mixture, Torii revolutionized Japan's whisky tradition and made history with his creations.
The distillery
Hakushu Distillery: In 1973, Keizo Saji, Torii's son, built the second Suntory distillery. This is without a doubt one of the highest distilleries in the world. Surrounded by the forests of the Kaikomagatake mountain, it combines the diversity of nature with the unmistakable taste of Suntory Hakushu whisky.
products
Hakushu Whisky: This Suntory Hakushu Whisky is characterized by its freshness. Gentle herbal notes and its smoky, lively body round off its distinctive taste.
awards
Due to its popularity, Suntory Hakushu Whiskey has already received many awards worldwide. The "International Spirits Challenge", the "San Francisco World Spirits Competition", as well as "Whisky Magazine's Icons
Whisky", Suntory has been awarded Distillery of the Year several times. The varieties Yamazi 12 years and Yamazi 18 years have also been awarded gold several times in the product category.
Summary
The Hakushu distillery was founded in 1973 in Hokuto at the foot of Mount Kaikomagtake in Yamanashi Prefecture.
In 1978, the distilling capacity was doubled from 12 stills to 24 stills and in 1981 a new distillery with another 12 stills was built. At this time, the Hakushu distillery had the largest distilling capacity in the world. In 1994, the Hakushu Single Malt 12 Years was launched.
Hakushu only produces single malt whiskies, with malt from Scotland and water from 10 of its own wells.
Technical information about the Hakushu distillery:
- Mash tuns: 1x 130,000 liters made of stainless steel
- Fermentation tanks: 10x 55,000 liters made of cedar wood (Oregon pine)
- Stills: 6 “Wash Stills” with 9,000 to 20,000 litres capacity and 6 “Spirit Stills” with 3,000 to 12,000 litres capacity which are heated with steam.
- Annual distillation capacity: 3 million liters of alcohol
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