For those residing in Osaka and Kobe, and
who have patiently awaited the arrival of the Hakushu Sherry Cask 2013 edition but
were unfortunate in obtaining a bottle, you may be interested to know that the
Whisky Shop W have over two dozen of the 180ml version on offer (limited to 1,500 bottles) as well as a
few of the 700ml bottling left at the time of writing (this will obviously change
at any given minute). The popularity of this expression: outturn of a little
over 3,000 bottles with an ABV of 48% indicates that the remaining stock of
this malt, which is tasty indeed, will be gone by the end of the week (website allocation
sold out). Whisky Shop W’s allocated inventory hit the shelves yesterday
(February 5) selling out almost completely, a further indication that
this year’s release is just as popular as past releases. However, it is fair to
say that even the smaller version of this exceptional Hakushu may only be around
for a few more days…and if not; well you will be able to reward your efforts by
sampling the expression at Whisky Shop W for 450 yen, which I allowed myself the
pleasure of doing, or make a visit to the Yamazaki distillery where it was suggested
that some remaining stock is available in small quantities…again, not for long.
I really liked last year's version but I am just plain worn out with trying to obtain these limited releases - it is too much work.
ReplyDeleteNot often, but there has been a few occasions that I have been worn out trying to get a few limited releases - without any success - and that is living here - so I can certainly understand how you must feel. Lets hope that things will change in the near future.
DeleteInteresting that they also sell a 180ml version. With limited releases I have never seen bottlings that were smaller than the standard 700ml. A fabulous gift opportunity for whisky lovers!
ReplyDeleteHi Pierre, the smaller version at 180mls is also limited - outturn 1,500 bottles. The smaller version is a great alternative for those who cannot invest in the larger bottle, also as you mentioned they are a great option for a gift - perhaps one of the reasons they were bottled also in the smaller version - just like the Hakushu HP 2012, that and presumingly Suntory want to cover all the angles for those who perhaps miss out domestically on the standard bottling.
DeleteFunny Chris(Whisky Wall), the only reason I was alerted to this one's imminent release was your post on The Whisky Wall. Ah thanks, I secured a bottle! : )
ReplyDeleteBrian