Hiroshima is blessed with a natural environment comprising both seaside and mountainous areas. The Sakurao warehouse on the sea side has a large temperature difference between summer and winter, warm wind blowing from the Seto Inland Sea and cool wind coming down from the mountains. This causes aging to occur rapidly. In addition, a variety of barrels are used to age a wide variety of raw spirits. Of the carefully selected SHERRY CASK, Stillman selected only the SPANISH OAK that caught his eye. Single Malt Japanese Whisky Sakurao SPANISH OAK STILLMAN’S SELECTION will release at a limited quantity.

《About STILLMAN’S SELECTION》

Hiroshima is blessed with a natural environment comprising both seaside and mountainous areas. The Sakurao warehouse, where the gentle sea breezes of the Seto Inland Sea reach, and the Togouchi warehouse, nestled in the heart of the Chugoku Mountains surrounded by forests and clear streams. The difference in environment between these two warehouses allows us to produce a wide variety of whiskies.

Single Malt Japanese Whisky Sakurao SPANISH OAK STILLMAN’S SELECTION

■Item

：　Whisky

■Alcohol content

：　50%

■Content

：　700ml

■Ingredients

：　Malt

■Phenol

：　50PPM

■Suggested retail price

：　¥16,500 (incl. tax)

※Limited quantity

■Tasting note
Color: Dark amber with a slight reddish tint
Nose: Smoky, dates, bitter chocolate
Palate: Dates, strawberry, a hint of saltiness
Finish: Long, rich sweetness harmonizing with a hint of peaty aroma

In order to express Miyajima, the symbol of Hiroshima prefecture, we turned to “Hamagou,” a botanical that has been used as incense since the Heian period (794–1185).
Known as a hidden “botanical sanctuary,” this special island is home to abundant Hamagou. We have now incorporated this distinctive local botanical into SAKURAO GIN, which is crafted using carefully selected Hiroshima ingredients and traditional distillation methods to create SAKURAO GIN HAMAGOU.

This is the 8th year of SAKURAO GIN HAMAGOU. The fragrance is fresh and refreshing, reminiscent of the small, dainty Hamagou flowers that bloom on Miyajima Island.

With this release, we will continue to innovate and create new possibilities -“Innovation from tradition. From Hiroshima to the world.”

In order to express Miyajima, we searched for “Hamagou,” which has been used as incense since the Heian period (794-1185). Many Hamagou grow naturally in Miyajima.

This is the 7th year of SAKURAO GIN HAMAGOU. You can feel the refreshing, strong herbal fragrance of Hamagou, which is grown with full energy under the sparkling sun.

We will continue to innovate and create new possibilities.

≪ Whisky matured in casks covered with fog, capturing the essence of Togouchi’s nature ≫

Deep in the mountains, the whisky is being matured in the Togouchi tunnel filled with mystical fog. Whisky that was aged in such a harsh environment, where the hoops of the barrels are rusted to the point of breaking, has a unique flavor and aroma. We have discovered a whisky that seems to embody the natural beauty of the Togouchi area, with its brightness and fragrance. Single Malt Japanese Whisky Togouchi STILLMAN’S SELECTION MISTY, selected by Stillman’s delicate sensibility for its excellent malt whisky, offers you the whisky that symbolizes the fantastic environment of Togouchi.

《 About Togouchi Warehouse 》

Togouchi tunnel is placed in the town of Akiota, a place full of color and magnificent scenery containing lush forests and clear streams. In this area, you can find the stunning Sandan-kyo gorge as well as Mt. Osorakan and Mt. Shinnyu, which are the highest peaks in Hiroshima. An old railway tunnel that passes through the mountains has been repurposed as the warehouse.

《 About STILLMAN’S SELECTION 》

Hiroshima is blessed with a natural environment comprising both seaside and mountainous areas. The Sakurao warehouse, where the gentle sea breezes of the Seto Inland Sea reach, and the Togouchi warehouse, nestled in the heart of the Chugoku Mountains surrounded by forests and clear streams. The difference in environment between these two warehouses allows us to produce a wide variety of whiskies.

Single Malt Japanese Whisky Togouchi MISTY STILLMAN’S SELECTION

■Suggested retail price:

：　¥16,500 (incl. tax)

■Content

：　700ml

■Item

：　Whisky

■Alcohol content

：　48%

■Ingredients

：　Malt

※Limited quantity

■Tasting note
Color: Bright amber
Nose: Banana, orange, apple, fresh grass
Palate: Apple pie, cream puff, jasmine tea
Finish: Refreshing finish with vanilla and fruity sweetness

SAKURAO Brewery and Distillery (President: Koichiro Shirai) will release a limited quantity of the “SAKURAO DISTILLERY UMESHU Whisky Cask Finish” from April 15th, 2024 (Mon).

Our whisky, distilled using techniques passed down for over 100 years since the company’s founding, matures at the Sakurao warehouse. “SAKURAO DISTILLERY UMESHU” is finished in these whisky casks. It has a sweet top note derived from the barrels, with the refreshing sourness of green plums and a clean finish.

“SAKURAO DISTILLERY UMESHU” whisky cask finish
-CASK STRENGTH 2024 Edition-.

■Release date

：April 15th, 2024 (Mon.)

■Content

：600ml

■Suggested retail price

：¥2,750 (incl. tax)

■Alcohol content

：18%

Product Description:

A special Umeshu from SAKURAO DISTILLERY, finished in whisky casks. Umeshu is bottled at CASK STRENGTH with no water added. It has a sweet aroma derived from whisky casks, fresh acidity of green plums, and a clean finish. The fresh apple-like aroma, the rich sweetness of ripe apricots, and the acidity derived from green plums are in good harmony, with an aroma reminiscent of blood oranges.

Maturation:

Umeshu:
Made from Nanko plums cultivated in Japan. The plums are soaked in alcohol while still green, resulting in a refreshing yet rich plum aroma, and moderate sweetness.

Whisky casks:
Umeshu is finished in the same whisky casks used for maturing SAKURAO malt whisky. For this 4th edition, we used bourbon barrels to add a whisky nuance to the Umeshu, resulting in a blend of the refreshing sourness of Umeshu and the sweet aroma of whisky. This combination allows you to experience the characteristics of both Umeshu and whisky.

■What’s “CAN PAIR”?
In 1984, during the era of the ‘Bubble Economy,’ it was released as the second fastest product in the Chuhi industry at the time. Many people in Hiroshima enjoyed it!

■So that’s why we recommend “CAN PAIR”.
40 years have passed since Chuhi first appeared in the market. While there are now many brands available, we encourage you all to try it because we are relaunching our old-school “CAN PAIR”!

■Wondering how it tastes?
Well, it features a subtle sweetness and a refreshing aftertaste, making it great with your meal!
Enjoy the nostalgic taste of our classic dry Chuhi, “CAN PAIR”!

■Chuhi CAN PAIR CLASSIC DRY
It has this nostalgic flavor that takes you back to the good old days in Hiroshima.
Both those who have tried it before and those who haven’t yet, CAN PAIR it with your casual meal!

■Reference Retail Price

：　JPY 150(with tax)

■Release Date

：　2023.4.15

■Capacity

：　350ml

■Alcohol Contents

：　6%

SAKURAO GIN WHITE HERBS was created to express gratitude. When you open the pure white bottle, which reminds you of a pure white wedding dress, a gorgeous aroma spreads as if there is a bouquet in front of you. Botanicals for this special gin, with its luscious fragrance and lingering scent that evokes the image of ‘happiness,’ were selected with special care, accompanying you through your wonderful time and coloring your memories.

The traditional flavor of gin and the spectacular botanicals harmonize to create a blissful sweetness and a floral fragrance that will make you feel as if you are holding a bouquet.

■Release Date

: 2024.3.12

■Capacity

: 700ml

■Reference Retail Price

: JPY 2,860 (with tax)

■Alcohol Contents

: 47%

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≪First Highball in the series of Blended Whisky TOGOUCHI≫
In September 2023, we proudly renewed our “Blended Whisky TOGOUCHI.” Introducing the first highball in this series: “Whisky Highball TOGOUCHI.”
Our aim is to bring the distinct flavors of SAKURAO DISTILLERY whiskies to a wider audience. Crafted with only malt whiskies, grain whiskies, and carbonic acid, “Whisky Highball TOGOUCHI” allows you to savor the unique aromas and aftertaste that define the characteristics of our whiskies.

≪A special highball with deep, rich aroma≫
The blend of whiskies, reflecting the natural blessings of the sea and mountains of Hiroshima, has brought out top notes reminiscent of tropical fruits, aromas akin to young leaves and greens, and a lingering aftertaste of vanilla and chocolate from the oak barrels.
Enjoy the fizz that spreads in your mouth, accompanied by a fresh aroma and delicate, soft sweetness.

The SAKURAO DISTILLERY was founded in Sakurao, directly facing the famous Miyajima World Heritage Site in the heart of Hatsukaichi City in Hiroshima. We deliver Japanese Whiskies, which born from our distillation technique has been passed down through the generation for over a hundred years and the unique environment of Hiroshima surrounded by the sea and mountains, for travel retails at the airports where various people pass through from all over the world. Innovation from tradition, from Hiroshima to the world.

【SHIKI series】

■SHIKI series, that reflects the beauty of nature as it transitions through the four seasons.
As they grow up in Japanese mountains, seas, rivers, and other natural environments, the trees, plants, and animals around us change how they appear to match the season.
We bring to you Japanese whiskies SHIKI series, which, like the beautifully changing four seasons of Japan, is characterized by its aroma, and taste that subtly change from the top to the finish and its deep richness and lingering finish.

【Single Malt Japanese Whisky SAKURAO TRAVEL EXCLUSIVE】

Limited design bottles for travel retails of the airports.

【Blended Japanese Whisky TOGOUCHI TRAVEL EXCLUSIVE】

Limited design bottles for travel retails of the airports.

In order to express Miyajima, we searched for “Hamagou,” which has been used as incense since the Heian period (794-1185). Many Hamagou grow naturally in Miyajima.
We have added Hamagou, that grows in this “Botanical heaven”, along with other botanicals from Hiroshima, distilled in a traditional way. A new limited gin was born.

“SAKURAO GIN HAMAGOU 2023” is now in its 6th year. The fresh fragrance of hamagou, which grows in the sea breeze along the sunny Seto Inland Sea summer waves, and the sweetness of shiranui and the gorgeousness of lavender harmonize to give a mellow floral aroma.

We will continue to innovate and create new possibilities.