Hakushu Distiller's Reserve vs Yoichi Single Malt
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| Hakushu Distiller's Reserve | Yoichi Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 45% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | $50 – $100 | $50 – $100 |
| Distillery | Hakushu Distillery | Yoichi Distillery |
| JSLMA Compliant | Yes | Yes |
Category
Hakushu Single Malt
Yoichi Single Malt
ABV
Hakushu 43%
Yoichi 45%
Age Statement
Hakushu NAS
Yoichi NAS
Price Tier
Hakushu $50 – $100
Yoichi $50 – $100
Distillery
Hakushu Hakushu Distillery
Yoichi Yoichi Distillery
JSLMA Compliant
Hakushu Yes
Yoichi Yes
Tasting Notes
| Hakushu Distiller's Reserve | Yoichi Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Fresh mint, green apple, cucumber, light smoke | Bold and peaty with notes of brine, smoked meat, dried fruits, and dark chocolate. |
| Palate | Crisp and herbal with yuzu citrus, white peach, gentle smoke, and subtle sweetness | Full bodied with rich peat smoke, salted caramel, dark berries, coffee, and a firm malty backbone. |
| Finish | Clean and refreshing with lingering herbal and smoky notes | Long and smoky with lingering sea salt, dark fruit, and warming spices. |
Nose
Hakushu Distiller's Reserve
Fresh mint, green apple, cucumber, light smoke
Yoichi Single Malt
Bold and peaty with notes of brine, smoked meat, dried fruits, and dark chocolate.
Palate
Hakushu Distiller's Reserve
Crisp and herbal with yuzu citrus, white peach, gentle smoke, and subtle sweetness
Yoichi Single Malt
Full bodied with rich peat smoke, salted caramel, dark berries, coffee, and a firm malty backbone.
Finish
Hakushu Distiller's Reserve
Clean and refreshing with lingering herbal and smoky notes
Yoichi Single Malt
Long and smoky with lingering sea salt, dark fruit, and warming spices.
Key Differences
- • Yoichi Single Malt comes in stronger at 45% ABV compared to Hakushu Distiller's Reserve's 43%.
- • They come from different distilleries: Hakushu Distillery and Yoichi Distillery.