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In Japan, whisky must mature for at least three years to be officially recognized as "Japanese Whisky." This presents a challenge for new distilleries, which must build brand presence without a sellable product. Many navigate this by offering “new-make” spirit, younger whiskies, or branded merchandise to stay visible.
Now, the legendary Karuizawa Whisky has been revived—bringing back the original Master Distiller from the now-closed historic distillery that ceased production in 2012. With its return comes a bold new philosophy: Karuizawa Whisky Co. Ltd. will mature all whisky for a minimum of 10 years, with no product releases during that time—demonstrating a deep commitment to crafting exceptional whisky.
Karuizawa Whisky Co. Ltd. is releasing a limited number of casks to the private market—offering a rare chance to own an exclusive cask of Karuizawa Whisky.
OSBORNE Inc., a long-time partner based near the distillery, has been appointed as the official distributor. Cask ownership offers a new way to enjoy whisky—beyond simply drinking it. Owners have full rights to their cask and the whisky within, with the flexibility to shape their own experience.
Feel free to reach out to info@osborne.jp to register your interest in this opportunity or for any further questions.
Office Address:
Nagakura 3945, Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano (Post Code: 389-0111)