SAKURAO Brewery and Distillery Co., Ltd. was founded in 1918 in the town of Sakurao in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima. For over a hundred years, our distillation technique has been passed down through the generations and stories of our long and illustrious history have been shared throughout the world. While continuing to respect the traditional techniques cultivated over the years.
SAKURAO DISTILLERY is embarking on a new endeavor to produce Western-style liquor.

SAKURAO DISTILLERY was founded in 2018, directly facing the famous Miyajima World Heritage Site in the heart of Hatsukaichi City in Hiroshima. It is here that we set out to create our own single malt whisky. The unique characteristics of our region enhance the flavor of whisky. Hiroshima is blessed with a natural environment comprising of seaside and mountainous areas, making it an excellent place to produce whisky  that perfectly embodies the unique characteristics of the region.

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Sakurao Gin Limited

$158.00
A craft gin that utilizes 9 kinds of botanicals, including fresh citrus from Hiroshima, and is distilled using a combination of steeping and vapor methods. Besides 9 kinds of botanicals from Hiroshima, 5 kinds of imported botanicals such as juniper berry and coriander seed are also used for SAKURAO GIN ORIGINAL. The fusion of a citrus-like aroma with the traditional taste of gin is the most distinctive feature of our original gin.  

Tasting Note

Nose: Rich scent of citrus-like aroma with strong juniper berry flavour Taste: Ginger like spicy taste rushes up comes in the end Finish: Mild and lingering orange-like taste

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Sakurao Gin Original

$96.00
A craft gin that utilizes 9 kinds of botanicals, including fresh citrus from Hiroshima, and is distilled using a combination of steeping and vapor methods. Besides 9 kinds of botanicals from Hiroshima, 5 kinds of imported botanicals such as juniper berry and coriander seed are also used for SAKURAO GIN ORIGINAL. The fusion of a citrus-like aroma with the traditional taste of gin is the most distinctive feature of our original gin.  

Tasting Note

Nose: Rich scent of citrus-like aroma with strong juniper berry flavour Taste: Ginger like spicy taste rushes up comes in the end Finish: Mild and lingering orange-like taste

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Sakurao SG Exclusive Single Cask #5773

$330.00
The second in a series for Asia by a Japanese comic illustrator is a woman drinking whiskey while gazing at the night view of Marina Bay Sands. Continuing from the Hong Kong edition released this summer, the main character is Shizuka SAKURAO, who travels around Asia (and so on). Now, the master blender has chosen a non-peated bourbon cask that has been laid down for two years in a tunnel in Togawachi and one year in the Sakurao aging house by the sea. It is a good product with a light golden color and a typical malty sweetness that is easy to drink. Cask Type: Aged in bourbon casks for 36 months Distilled in September 2020 Bottled in December 2023 No of Bottles: 175* Tasting Notes Nose: Iodine, smoke cheese, lemon Palate: Custard, raisin butter, lavender Finish: Mild sweetness and herbal notes, followed by a long-lasting peppery aroma *Do note that you are unable to choose your bottle number.
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Sakurao Single Malt Sauternes Cask Finish

$295.00

Aged in SAKURAO, Seto Island Sea

Aged in Sakurao where our story began. The casks that house our malt whisky are imparted with a hint of the aroma of the nearby Seto Inland Sea. Please enjoy the comfortable smokiness, the aroma of oak, and the long-lasting rich sweetness.

Cask Type: Aged in bourbon casks and then finished for 18 months in Sauternes casks Made 100% from malt, Distilled twice

Tasting Note

Nose: Sweet - Honey, apple, cinnamon Taste: Indulgent - Custard, banana, pear Finish: Long - Honey, ripe fruits
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Togouchi Single Malt Japanese Whisky

$148.00

Aged in TOGOUCHI, Tunnel in the Forest

Aged in the Togouchi warehouse, surrounded by lush forests and clear streams. The aroma and taste are slowly refined as the cool breeze passes through all year round. Please enjoy the light and smooth taste, the clean sweetness, and the crisp aftertaste.

Cash Type: Bourbon barrel aged more than 3 years in Togochi tunnel Tasting Notes Colour: Golden Nose: Vanilla, apple, marmalade, melon Palate: Light and smooth, clean sweetness Finish: Refreshing and gentle, with a crisp finish
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Sakurao Single Malt Japanese Whisky

$148.00

Aged in SAKURAO, Seto Island Sea

Aged in Sakurao where our story began. The casks that house our malt whisky are imparted with a hint of the aroma of the nearby Seto Inland Sea. Please enjoy the comfortable smokiness, the aroma of oak, and the long-lasting rich sweetness.

Cask Type: 4 types of cask aged more than 3 years in Sakurao warehouse

Tasting Note

Colour: Dark Amber Nose: Raisin, orange, peach Taste: Vanilla sweetness balanced with moderate astringency and acidity Finish: Smoky and oaky, rich sweet
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