- Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed Distillery - closed in 2011) - Total produced bottles: Approx. 500 bottles have been made worldwide - The Karuizawa Asama - Bottled in 2012 - Selected from 1999 and 2000 Vintages - Japanese Single Malt Whisky 46% (Closed Distillery). - Bottle code: 1-8 - Fles, etiket en doos in zeer goede/ bottle, label and box in very good condition. - Originele foto’s van de fles/ original pictures. - Very rare/ exclusive/ collectors item - The lot will be shipped via express courier and it will be possible to track the shipment along the way to its final destination. Karuizawa Distillery was established in 1955 in the foothills of Mount Asama, an active volcano north-west of Tokyo, to make single malt whisky in as traditional a manner as possible. At 850 metres above sea level, the distillery is the highest in Japan; low temperatures and high humidity provide an ideal micro-climate for whisky production. Bottled in 2012, this single malt has been crafted from hand-selected European oak Sherry casks of whisky distilled in 1999 and 2000, the final vintages of Karuizawa." For the discerning whisky enthusiast, the Karuizawa Asama is a rare and exceptional gem that embodies the essence of Japanese whisky craftsmanship. Named after the famed Asama volcano near the Karuizawa distillery, this single malt whisky is a tribute to the meticulous artistry and dedication of one of Japan's most iconic distilleries. Awards and Accolades - The Karuizawa Asama has been celebrated by critics and connoisseurs alike, earning prestigious awards and high ratings that underscore its exceptional quality: - Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition - 94 Points from Whisky Advocate - Best Japanese Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards