WHAT’S NEW (Introduced in 2015)

• Bowmore Mizunara Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky (Extremely Limited Edition; $1,000) – The only single malt Scotch Whisky to be aged in rare Japanese mizunara oak casks. Only 2,000 bottles produced for the world. Bowmore Mizunara Cask Finish is a skilled marriage of Scottish strength and passion with Japanese elegance and refinement.
• Hibiki Japanese Harmony Whisky ($65) – This new Suntory whisky encapsulates the harmony that exists between Japanese nature and people and is inspired by the riches and subtleties of Japan’s 24 seasons of the traditional Japanese lunar calendar. Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a meticulous blend of the finest select whiskies from the House of Suntory Whisky – at least 10 malt and grain whiskies, aged in five different types of casks, from Suntory’s Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita distilleries.

JAPANESE WHISKY

HAKUSHU SINGLE MALT JAPANESE WHISKY

From Suntory’s mountain forest distillery, nestled deep in Mt. Kaikomagatake, Hakushu is the fresh and gently smoky single malt whisky with herbal notes that is the revelation of Japanese single malts. Straight from the untouched forests, mountains and pure waters of the Southern Japanese Alps, it is no wonder that Hakushu is a “green and fresh” whisky, praised by the most curious whisky connoisseurs and lovers of gastronomy. Its crisp and vibrant feel, unique in a single malt, enlivens and liberates your senses. Prices: $85 for Hakushu 12 Years Old to $250 for Hakushu 18 Years Old.

HIBIKI BLENDED JAPANESE WHISKY

Embodying the soul of Japanese craftsmanship, this harmonious blend resounds with calm complexity and “Wa”, oneness. “Kanzen”or complete, Hibiki is a harmonious blend of innumerous malt and grain whiskies which are meticulosly blended to create a full orchestra of flavors and aromas. Seductive, blossoming and enigmatic, Hibiki celebrates an unrivaled art of blending, fine craftsmanship and a sense of luxury from the House of Suntory. Prices: $65 for Hibiki Japanese Harmony to $250 for Hibiki 21 Years Old.

YAMAZAKI SINGLE MALT JAPANESE WHISKY

Yamazaki is Suntory’s flagship single malt, multi-layered with fruit and Mizunara aromas. From Yamazaki was born the surprising, delicate yet profound experience of a Japanese single malt. Spiritual and deep, its signature multi-layered taste is highly praised by whisky connoisseurs all over the world. Prices: $85 for Yamazaki 12 Years Old to $250 for Yamazaki 18 Years Old.

SCOTCH WHISKY

AUCHENTOSHAN SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

Scotland’s only whisky that triple distills every drop making for a spirit that is approachable (and unpeated) that works as well sipped neat/on the rocks (try Three Wood) as it is in cocktails (try American Oak, aged solely in first fill American oak barrels). Prices: $40 for American Oak to $450 for 1988 Wine Matured.

BOWMORE SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

Made in Islay’s first distillery (since 1779), Bowmore offers just the right amount of smoke (no mirrors) and sweetness to make this whisky a fan favorite. From Small Batch aged in 1^st and 2^nd fill ex-bourbon casks to the collectible Bowmore Black, Gold or White, Bowmore is one of the most well-known whiskies in the world and one of the most collectible. Prices: $40 for Small Batch to $650 for Port Matured.

GLEN GARIOCH SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

Called the ‘rare find’, Glen Garioch is made in a tiny distillery in the Scottish Highlands. Never a whisky that will be mass-produced, it’s for those who know a bit about whisky and have come to find this little distillery on their journey. Prices: $45 for Founder’s Reserve to $150 for 1998 Wine Cask Matured.