Hatozaki Japanese Whisky 750ml

Hatozaki is a Japanese whisky from Kaikyo Distillery in Akashi, blending malt and grain whisky in the Japanese blended whisky tradition, with the brand named for the strait separating Akashi from Awaji Island. Expect honey, orchard fruit and light malt sweetness on the nose, a smooth, balanced palate with vanilla and gentle spice, and a clean, moderate finish. It's built as an accessible, no-age-statement entry to Japanese whisky rather than a rare, limited bottling, positioned to compete with the well-known Suntory and Nikka blends.

How to drink Hatozaki

It's smooth enough neat, but also works well in a highball — soda water and ice is a classic way to drink a Japanese blend like this.

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