• Region: Japan
• Distillery: Yamazaki
• Age: 15 Years
• ABV: 61%
• Size: 700 ml

The Yamazaki Sherry Butt 15 is an exclusive bottling selected by ISETAN, showcasing the mastery of the Yamazaki Distillery. This exceptional whisky is vatted and bottled from sherry casks, aged for a minimum of 15 years, and presented at a remarkable 61% ABV. Released around 2011, this bottling is a true rarity and a prized addition for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Rich aromas of dried fruits and warm spices with underlying notes of chocolate.
• Palate: Bold and full-bodied, delivering layers of sweet sherry, dark fruits, and a hint of oak.
• Finish: Long and warming, leaving a lasting impression of rich sweetness and complex spices.

Rated 5 Stars and 90 Points on Whisky Fun, the Yamazaki Sherry Butt 15 is a testament to the elegance and depth that Japanese whiskies can achieve.

• Region: Japan
• Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)
• Age: 33 Years (March 1981 - April 2014)
• ABV: 54.5% (Natural Cask Strength)
• Size: 700 ml

This rare and vintage Karuizawa single malt Japanese whisky was distilled in 1981 and matured in Ex-Sherry Cask #152 before being bottled in 2014 for La Maison Du Whisky (LMDW). Only 566 bottles were released, making it a sought-after collector's item.

With a rich history and an exceptional aging process, this whisky reflects the unique characteristics of the Karuizawa distillery, renowned for producing exquisite and highly sought-after expressions before its closure.

Accolades:

• Rated 92+ over 58 Votes on Whisky Base
• Rated 5 Stars (92 Points) on Whisky Fun

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Port Ellen (Closed)

Age: 28 Years

ABV: 50%

Cask: Refill Sherry Hogshead

Size: 700 ml

This rare Port Ellen distilled in March 1983 (just prior to being closed in May 1983) was matured in a refill hogshead. About 162 bottles were released in March 2011 by Douglas Liang & Co under their Old Malt Cask range of bottlings.

Please note that there are some minor stains on the front label. Sold in "As Is" condition.

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Bowmore

Age: 30 Years

ABV: 47.6%

Cask: Ex-Bourbon

Size: 700 ml

This release on the back of the huge success of the first release (of the same vintage aged 28 years and released in March 2013) was also distilled in 1984 and matured in bourbon casks, which sat in Bowmore's famed No.1 Vaults for 30 years and was bottled in 2014 at cask strength. A beautiful deep gold color with citrus and mint dark chocolate on the nose, the palate is made up of honey, hints of ginger and a finish of elegant fruits and spices with dark chocolate. Only 500 bottles were released. 

Rated 92+ on Whiskybase over 19 Ratings.

• Region: Scotland
• Distillery: Highland Park
• Age: 15 Years
• ABV: 52.6%
• Size: 700 ml

The Highland Park 15 Earl Magnus Edition 1 pays homage to the craftsmen behind the St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall, Orkney, and honors the legacy of Earl Magnus, a figure embodying peace in contrast to his ambitious cousin, Haakon. Released in late November 2009, this whisky captures the essence of their story—one of good versus evil. Earl Magnus met a tragic end at the hands of his own brother, which adds a poignant backdrop to this expression.

This 15-year-old cask strength whisky has garnered acclaim, winning top honors in its category at the World Whisky Awards. With a limited release of 5,976 bottles, it is a true collector's item for enthusiasts.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: A rich and inviting bouquet of heather honey, citrus fruits, and warm spices, intertwined with subtle smoky undertones.
• Palate: The palate reveals layers of dried fruits, dark chocolate, and a hint of sea salt, balanced by a touch of earthy peat and a creamy mouthfeel.
• Finish: The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of caramel, spice, and a whisper of smoke that beckons for another sip.

Highland Park 15 Earl Magnus Edition 1 is not just a whisky; it is a narrative in a bottle, inviting you to experience the tale of its namesake with every sip. Rated 5 Stars and 90 Points by Whisky Fun, and 88+ on Whisky Base, it stands as a testament to the quality and craftsmanship of Highland Park.

• Region: Islay, Scotland
• Distillery: Port Ellen (Closed)
• Age: 31 Years
• ABV: 46%
• Size: 700 ml

Port Ellen, the lost jewel in Islay's crown, ceased operations in 1983 under DCL (now Diageo) due to an oversupply of peated whisky for blending and a perceived lack of interest as a single malt. Since its closure, Port Ellen has attained legendary status among whisky enthusiasts. A very rare 12-year-old bottling crafted for attendees of Queen Elizabeth II's visit in 1980 is believed to be the only distillery bottling produced during its operational years. Diageo later introduced the first publicly available distillery bottlings as part of the Rare Malts Selection, followed by annual special releases.

This particular Port Ellen whisky, bottled by Kingsbury, was distilled in 1982 and matured for 31 years in Single Butt #10259. Only 120 bottles were released.

Independent bottler Kingsbury Wine & Spirits Co. is one of Japan's most sought-after independent bottlers, founded in Aberdeen in 1989 and incorporated in 1992 by Katsuhiko Tanaka, president of Japanese importer Japan Import System Co. Ltd. Initially, Kingsbury sourced most of its stock from Cadenheads, which had been acquired by J&A Mitchell in 1972. As a result, some of the earlier labels bear the name Eaglesome, a high-end deli in Campbeltown acquired by J&A Mitchell & Co. of Springbank distillery, which evolved into one of the region's premier whisky merchants and oversaw the bottling for Kingsbury. Kingsbury has released highly collectible whiskies in the past.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Intense and complex, with layers of dried fruits, spices, and a gentle smokiness that reflects its Islay heritage. Subtle hints of salt and maritime air add depth to the aromatic profile.
• Palate: Rich and velvety, offering flavors of dark chocolate, raisins, and figs, balanced by a warming peat influence. Notes of roasted nuts and a touch of toffee round out the palate beautifully.
• Finish: The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering smokiness that intertwines with sweet fruit notes and a touch of oak, inviting you back for another sip.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Chichibu

Age: 2012 to 2017 (almost 5 Year Old)

ABV: 61.8%

Size: 700 ml

Ichiro’s Malt Chichibu Single Cask #5072 is a Japanese single malt whisky specially bottled for Yokohama Takashimaya. this bottling has been finished in Wine Cask #5072 for nearly 5 years. 

Region: Japan

Distillery: Chichibu

Age: 2011 to 2016 (almost 5 Year Old)

ABV: 57.4%

Size: 700 ml

Ichiro’s Malt Chichibu Single Cask #3291 for Yokohama Takashimaya is a special Japanese single malt whisky expression from Chichibu distillery. This bottling was matured initially in a Bourbon barrel and then finished in an Imperial Stout Cask #3291 for almost 5 years, with a limited release of 249 bottles.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Chichibu

Age: NAS

ABV: 60%

Size: 700 ml

The “Shokugen Tanbou” in Ichiro’s Malt whisky refers to a special line of expressions, known for unique single malt releases matured in distinctive cask types like port pipe casks. “Shokugen Tanbou” can be translated roughly as “exploring food origins”. 

Region: Japan

Distillery: Shinshu Mars

Age: 2015-2020

ABV: 61%

Size: 700 ml

A non-peated single malt whisky distilled at Mars Shinshu Distillery and matured in Bourbon Barrel (#2023) at Yakushima Aging Cellar (a very unique aging environment located on a subtropical island of Kagoshima covered extensively by a cedar forest that contains some of Japan's oldest living trees. Some areas have been declared a Natural Heritage Site in 1993). 

Salted caramel with toasted walnuts on the nose. A very creamy texture on the palate with chocolate pudding and very gentle spicy. Asian Exclusive Single Cask. Total 194 bottles only. Bottle numbers for reference only.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yamazaki

Age: NAS

ABV: 48%

Cask: Mizunara

Size: 700 ml

Matured in casks made of Japanese Mizunara Oak, which is considered to be hard to work with. Mizunara Oak gives a distinctive coconut and sandalwood flavour to the whisky. Malt Advocate 19th Annual Awards: Best Japanese Whisky of the Year. This is the 2013 Release and it is estimated that about 1600 bottles were released.

山崎水楢桶2013版。

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yamazaki

Age: NAS

ABV: 48%

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yamazaki

ABV: 48%

Cask: Puncheon cask

Size: 700ml

This Yamazaki single malt is one of Yamazaki 2020 limited edition series released in Nov. 2020. The Puncheon Casks,  coopered by Suntory are larger than the usual ex-bourbon barrels sized at 480 litres and made of high quality American oak. Due to the larger size and hence low contact ratio of puncheons, the maturation is slower and brings about a complexity and richness which highlights the true flavours of the spirit itself. Color: Pale Gold Nose: Green apple, vanilla, acacia honey Palate: Mellow and mild with butterscotch Finish: Oaky woodiness and subtle sweetness.

山崎Pucheon限量版2020。

Region: Japan

Distillery: Chichibu

Age: N/A

ABV: 56%

Cask: Red Wine Cask and Various

Size: 700 ml

This is an exclusive bottling for Mitsukoshi Isetan. About 156 bottles were released.