Single Malt Hakuro captures the moment when summer’s intense heat begins to fade, giving way to the crispness of early autumn. Staying true to its signature style, Akkeshi continues to mature its malt in mizunara oak casks, and in Hakuro, those distinctive sandalwood notes come through prominently on the nose, layered with hints of honey, freshly baked bread, and pastry cream.

On the palate, it offers a rich, smoky profile balanced by a subtle, persimmon-like sweetness. The finish lingers with bittersweet chocolate, black tea, and wisps of smoky incense. Akkeshi Hakuro beautifully embodies the transition of seasons, an elegant expression of nature’s shift in liquid form.