Below HK$5000

Region: Japan

Distillery: Asaka Distillery (Sasanokawa Shuzo)

Age: April 2017 - June 2021

ABV: 50%

Cask: First fill bourbon barrel

Size: 700ml

This Japanese Single Cask #17155 Single Malt Whisky has been matured in a first fill bourbon barrel and only 287 bottles were released in June 2021.

Region: Islands (Scotland)

Distillery: Talisker

Age: 10 Years

ABV: 45.8%

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Kanosuke Distillery, Kagoshima

Age: NAS

ABV: 57% (Cask strength)

Cask: First fill re-charred ex-bourbon barrels

Size: 700 ml

The second release from the Kanosuke Distillery located on the picturesque shores of Fukiagehama beach in Kagoshima. Distilled from unpeated malt in 2018, this release is largely matured in first fill re-charred ex-bourbon barrels for about 3+ years. About 5,000 bottles have been released at a cask strength ABV of 57%. 

Color: Amber Nose: Citrus, Vanilla, Honey and Lemon Tea Palate:  Grapefruit with some cinnamon sweetness Finish: A balance of sweet fresh fruits, vanilla and dark chocolate bitterness.

Rated 90 Points/Silver Medal at IWSC 2022.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Balvenie

Age: 12 Years

ABV: 47.8%

Size: 700 ml

Matured exclusively in a first fill ex-bourbon barrel (American White Oak), this is a single cask bottling from Balvenie and has a distinctively rich and complex palate with honey, vanilla, sweet fruits and subtle spices (Tasting Notes from Producer). 

Please note that the Cask No/Bottle No in the image is for reference only.

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Kilchoman

Age: Over 5 Years 

ABV: 50%

Cask: Madeira cask

Size: 700 ml

Madeira is a fortified wine available in a range of dry to sweet styles. A full Madeira cask maturation is quite rare and brings a rich fruity character balanced with the citrus and floral creaminess of the Kilchoman distillate. Distilled in May 2016, matured for over 5+ years in 46 fresh Madeira hogsheads, before being bottled at 50% ABV in August 2021.  While originally planned for release in late 2021, a bottle shortage resulted in a delayed release/shipment to Hong Kong.( Officially released in March 2022 in the UK) 

Nose: Caramel, Orange peel, Ripe plums and Rich smoke. Palate: Bright citrus zest, peach, Dark chocolate with ripe fruits. Finish: Juicy fruits, some burnt sugar with smoke.

17,000 bottles were released.

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Kilchoman

Age: NAS (over 8 years)

ABV: 46%

Cask: Oloroso sherry cask (fresh and refill cask)

Size: 700 ml

Loch Gorm 2022 Edition was matured in oloroso sherry butts previously used by Bodega José y Miguel Martín for a minimum of 8 years.  The 22 casks selected are a combination of 20 fresh and 2 refill casks.  The sherry soaked oak adds layers of rich fruity character which balance beautifully with the classic Kilchoman peat smoke and citrus flavours.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Suntory

Age: N/A

ABV: 43% 

Cask: Various

Size: 760 ml

This is an old bottle that we estimate was bottled in 1980s. This Special reserve whisky is intended to possesses all the distinctive characters and evoke the imagery of the smoothness of silk. 

Please note that NO BOX is available and being an old bottle may have sediment. 

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yamazaki/Hakushu/Chita

Age: N/A

ABV: 43%

Cask: Various

Size: 720 ml

This limited old bottling from Suntory was launched in 1983 as a special release in commemoration of Osaka 21st Century Plan in a handmade blue ceramic bottle. It's a rare to find bottle.

Please note that there is No BOX.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Glenrothes

Age: 1994 - 2010 (About 16 Years)

ABV: 43%

Region: Japan

Distillery: Mars Tsunuki Distillery & Mars Shinshu

Age: N/A

ABV: 52% 

Cask: Ex-Bourbon Barrels

Size: 700 ml

This is the 1st release of Mars The Y.A. which refers to the Yakushima Aging Cellars located on Yakushima Island (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Kagoshima, Japan. The Y.A. #01 uses Malt Whisky distilled at the 2 distilleries owned by Hombo Shuzo at its Shinshu Distillery in Nagano & Tsunuki Distillery in Kagoshima which have been matured in mostly ex-Bourbon Barrels and blending to create a unique expression of fruity aroma. 

This unique expression showcases the complexity of the spirit by blending two different spirits from their 2 owned distilleries matured at a 3rd site. Yakushima Aging Cellar was established in 2016.

This bottling is rated 86+ on Whiskybase.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Kanosuke Distillery, Kagoshima

Age: NAS (3 years old)

ABV: 59%

Cask: Sherry cask, re-charred American White Oak

Size: 700 ml

"2022 Edition" includes Whisky distilled from unpeated malt at Kanosuke Distillery between 2017-19 and matured on an average for about 3 years in a variety of casks but primarily Sherry Casks.

The "2021 The First"  release used re-charred American White Oak ex-“Mellowed Kozuru” aged rice shochu casks, and "2021 The Second" used traditional bourbon barrels. 

A 'Double Gold' award-winning on the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition

The actual bottle with color fade out on whisky bottle cap as shown in the photo. Sold in "As Is" Condition.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Glenlivet

Age: 12 Years

ABV: 40%

Size: 750 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Tsunuki Distillery, Kagoshima

Age: NAS

ABV: 52% 

Cask: Bourbon barrel

Size: 700 ml

Released in 2022 as a special bottling to commemorate the 6th Anniversary of the Mars Tsunuki Distillery. This special release is a vatting of 3 ex-Bourbon barrels with only 657 bottles being released in total.  Winning a Gold medal on 2023 World Whiskies Award.

Tasing Note: Nose: Vanilla, sweet citrus fruits. Palate: Vanilla, cream, chocolate. Finish: Clean sweetness, bourbon barrel aroma.

The "Tsunuki Distillery Festival", traditionally held every November, was canceled in its festival format on 2021 due to the new coronavirus. In its place, a special commemorative bottle was released for the 6th anniversary, marketed as the "Tsunuki Distillery Festival Limited Edition," which has been available annually.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Linkwood 

Age: 14 Years Old

ABV: 56.8% (Natural Cask Strength)

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700ml

This Whisky from Linkwood Distillery, distilled in 2007 and bottled in 2022 is matured in a single cask #4103 and bottled at Natural Cask Strength of 56.8% ABV. Only 251 bottles were released. Nose: Fresh green fruits, pear, crunchy apple, caramel, honey and plums Taste: Initial sweetness is balanced with fruity plum and some hot spices Finish: Spices, hint of cardamom and black tea with a warming finish (medium- long).

Region: Japan

Distillery: Mars Tsunuki Distillery

Age: N/A

ABV: 50% 

Cask: Bourbon barrels

Size: 700 ml

Mars Tsunuki distillery is the second distillery of the Hombo Shuzo Group, launched in 2016. This is the 2023 release by the Mars Tsunuki Distillery in Kagoshima (where with a wide range of temperatures and blessed with high quality spring water from the Mt. Kurata mountain), with a release of 35,800 bottles. This is the 4th product release of single malt whisky distilled at Tsunuki (The Second Release of the Annual 'Year Edition').

Matured in the bourbon barrels for about 6 years. Nose: Marmalade jam along with sweet notes of honey, pancake, and a subtle smoke Palate: Citrus fruits, lemon peel and fresh malt Finish: Full-bodied sweetness balanced by a pleasant bitterness.

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Kilchoman

Age: NAS (Over 8 years)

ABV: 50%

Cask: bourbon cask

Size: 700 ml

The 100% Islay 13th Edition was distilled from 2012, 2013 and 2014 barley harvests before being matured for 44 bourbon barrels for a minimum of 8 years. This unique Single Farm Single Malt is the only whisky in Scotland to be produced entirely on one farm, from barley to bottle. The barley was then malted onsite and peated using local Islay peat before being distilled, matured and eventually bottled all within the farm distillery’s premises. Limited to 13,000 bottles. Awarded 95 Points at IWSC 2022 (Gold Medal Winner).

NOSE: Malt loaf, toffee apple, banana bread, citrus, lavender, pear drops, sea salt and hints of peat smoke. PALATE: Fresh vanilla and fragrant peat smoke with caramel, barley blossom, sultanas and hints of spicy oak tannins. FINISH: Silky viscosity with fresh crumpets, butter and honey. (Tasting Note from Distillery)

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Dailuaine

Age: 14Years

ABV: 57.2% (Natural Cask Strength)

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Distilled in 2008 and bottled in 2023. Cask No. 11067. Limited to 233 bottles worldwide. Aroma: Raisin, salty, dried plum, creme brulee, creamy and pencil shaving, leather. Palate: Salty and nutty, creamy, dried fruit sweetness and smooth. Finish: medium-length

Region: Highland (Scotland)

Distillery: Royal Brackla

Age: 15 Years

ABV: 59.3% 

Cask: Refill Hogshead

Size: 700 ml

Distilled in 2007 and bottled in 2023. Cask No. 11064. Limited to 217 bottles worldwide. Aroma: Sponge Cask, vanilla and buttery, Citrus Peels, caramel and toffee. Taste: Candied sweetness, Some nuttiness followed by salted caramel and spices. Finish: Long with warm spices like cloves and cinnamon.

We would highly recommend to add water to see how this whisky evolves beautifully with enhanced citrus and sweet mandarin notes combined with some baked tarts balanced with some minerality and saltiness. A very enjoyable whisky indeed.