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Hakushu 12, 18 and 25 Years Old are separate age-stated expressions, not condition grades of one version. Record each label design, volume, ABV, box and market back label separately.
Hakushu 12, 18 and 25 Years Old are separate age-stated expressions, not condition grades of one version. Keep anniversary designs, Peated Malt and other limited names separate from the standard releases.
Three official expressions
| Expression | Data boundary |
|---|---|
| Hakushu 12 Years Old | Standard 12 Years Old; list the 100th Anniversary design separately |
| Hakushu 18 Years Old | Standard 18 Years Old; 18 Years Old Peated Malt is a separate official expression |
| Hakushu 25 Years Old | A separate 25 Years Old expression; do not infer it from the green bottle alone |
Version field
- Transcribe the age statement, anniversary or Peated Malt subtitle, volume and ABV exactly.
- Index photographs of the front and back labels, bottle-base code, market back label and box label.
- For older label versions not covered by an official page, describe visible differences only; do not infer a release year.
Frequently asked questions about Hakushu 12, 18 and 25 Years Old
Is 18 Years Old Peated Malt simply the standard 18 Years Old in another box?
No. The producer presents it as a separate official expression, so it requires a separate record.
Can bottle colour establish the age statement?
No. Verify the age statement and official expression from the label and producer page together.
Primary sources and evidence levels
- Hakushu 12: Direct producer expression page.
- Hakushu 18 Peated Malt: Direct producer expression page showing that the limited subtitle is material to the name.
- Hakushu 25: Direct producer expression page.
Related resources on this site
- Hakushu Whisky
- Hibiki Whisky
- Illustrative Scenario: Hibiki 30, Yamazaki and Hakushu 25 — Version Review
- Hakushu 25: Bottling Version, Seal and Box Identification
- Buyback Guides
Organise the item using the fields in this article
To document Hakushu 12, 18 or 25 Years Old, assign each bottle a unique number and use it across photographs of the front, back, key markings, accessories and visible anomalies. You can send the details via WhatsApp, or call +852 9453 0784. Making contact does not mean that an appraisal or quotation has been completed.
