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若鶴三郎丸について
About Wakatsuru Saburomaru
Established in 1952 and tucked away in the quiet reaches of Toyama Prefecture, it’s a distillery with a resilient spirit — one that has weathered the highs and lows of Japan’s whisky journey and emerged more characterful with every passing year.
他とは違うことを敢えてする蒸留所
A Distillery That Dares to Be Different
Best known for its bold, smoky style and cast iron stills (a true rarity in today’s world), the team here does things a little differently — and that’s exactly why we love them and collaborated with them on this release.
From their hands-on approach to production to their quietly rebellious streak when it comes to tradition, Saburomaru whiskies are full of personality.
伝統を尊重し、再解釈する
Heritage, Honored & Reimagined
Now under the care of a new generation of passionate makers, the distillery continues to evolve — crafting expressions that are as distinctive as they are soulful. It’s a place where heritage and innovation go hand in hand, and where every drop tells a story.
若鶴とデカンターの精神
The Spirit of Wakatsuru & dekantā
In celebration of our tenth anniversary, and in reverence to the distillery’s rich heritage, we’ve named this exclusive bottling in homage to Wakatsuru himself — a gesture of gratitude to the roots that continue to inspire what’s next.
The name Wakatsuru means young crane — a symbol of growth, grace, and quiet strength. Much like a whisky that matures through time and patience, dekantā has evolved: from a humble online store with just a few hundred bottles to the world’s largest Japanese whisky collection and the premier destination for cask ownership.
Tasting Notes
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On the Nose
A vivid waft of coastal smoke - briny and smouldering - rises first, carrying echoes of Islay peat laced with sea air. Beneath it, a rich sweetness unfurls: toasted marshmallow, vanilla pod, and charred coconut. Hints of orchard fruit - baked pear and yellow apple - emerge as it opens, grounded by an earthy undertone from the Toyama-grown malt.
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On the Palate
A bold, oily texture delivers waves of flavour. First comes the peat: robust and maritime, with notes of driftwood embers and scorched herbs. Then, the roasted first-fill bourbon casks make their presence known - layers of crème brûlée, grilled banana, and cinnamon bark swirl with dark chocolate and cracked black pepper.
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The Finish
Long and smouldering. Dry smoke lingers on the tongue, accompanied by roasted almond, sweet oak, and a flicker of grapefruit peel. A final note of granite-cooled spring water leaves a clean, mineral memory - a nod to its Shogawa River roots.
dekantā x Wakatsuru Saburmaru
Wakatsuru Saburomaru 6 Year Old dekantā Exclusive
