Hakushu 18 Year Old Single Malt Whisky Sauternes The Michelot family oversees the

The Michelot family oversees the estate’s operations

and bottled early to capture freshness

A seven-day cold maceration precedes natural yeast fermentation

established in 1625

achieving certification in 2010

Hakushu 18 Year Old Single Malt Whisky Sauternes The Michelot family oversees theDistillery Background and History Hakushu is a forest located distillery owned by Suntory, founded in 1973 in what is now Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. It lies in the foothills of the Southern Japanese Alps, with clean mountain air and water, which contribute to its fresh, green character. The distillery expanded with a Hakushu East site in 1981, though production now is centered at the newer location. Master Distiller and Production Philosophy