From Hibiki to Yamazaki: Rare Japanese Whiskies Now With a Huge Discount

Japanese whisky is in a league of its own. It’s often pricey to begin with, but once you’re looking at a collector’s edition or an older single malt, you’ll be paying top dollar. These bottles are scarce, sought-after, and tend to rise in value quickly. That’s exactly why it’s exciting when a hefty discount suddenly appears. And that’s now the case at The Whisky Exchange.

In this list, we’ve selected 7 whiskies from the Land of the Rising Sun. Each of these bottles is rare, aged, or otherwise special. And right now, each one comes with a temporary discount of over 100 euros.

This Japanese blended malt was born from a collaboration between Chichibu Distillery and Mars Komagatake. In 2021, the two distilleries surprised everyone with this unique whisky. Its flavor profile blends fruity notes with gentle spice and a subtle touch of oak.

Suntory’s Hibiki 17 is an icon—an increasingly scarce Japanese blend that was discontinued in 2018. It’s celebrated for its elegant balance of honey, oak, and floral aromas.

The first official 10-year-old release from Chichibu Distillery, a milestone for the distillery and a highly prized bottle for collectors. Expect a rich array of fruit, vanilla, and spice, leading into a long finish.

Next up is the 18-year-old Hakushu Peated from Suntory’s Tsukuriwake series. This whisky weaves subtle smoke through fresh, green notes. You can taste the forested surroundings of the distillery in its light, elegant character.

From the same series comes Yamazaki 18 Year Old Mizunara. This distinctive Japanese oak shapes this limited edition from Suntory with a spicy, incense-like profile and subtle exotic tones.

Hakushu 25 is an ultra-premium Suntory expression with an impressive maturation. Its age alone makes it a rare release 25-year-old Hakushu doesn’t come around often. Expect deep layers of smoke, spice, and gentle sweetness that unfold slowly. This kind of whisky is often seen as both a luxury and an investment.

We close this list with the priciest Japanese whisky here and the one with the biggest discount.

The whiskies in this list are available from The Whisky Exchange. For UK-based enthusiasts, most of these bottles come with a substantial discount and free shipping. International buyers should note that customs charges may apply. The exact amount is unknown, so expect the final savings to be a bit lower than listed above. Even so, these deals let you secure a truly special bottle or bottles at a sharp price.