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5 Rarest Japanese Whisky Bottles Ever Sold

Japanese whisky has become a global sensation, with certain bottles fetching sky-high prices at auctions. Here are the five rarest and most expensive bottles ever sold, each showcasing Japan’s mastery in whisky craftsmanship.

1. Yamazaki 50-Year-Old

Price: $300,000 (2018)
Aged for five decades and released in a limited edition for Yamazaki’s 90th anniversary, this bottle set a record at Sotheby’s in Hong Kong. Known for its deep complexity, it’s a true collector’s dream.

Yamasaki-50-years-old

2. The Macallan x Karuizawa 52-Year-Old

Price: $300,000 (2020)
A collaboration between the famed Macallan and Japan’s Karuizawa Distillery, this rare bottle combines the best of both. Sold for $300,000, it’s one of the highest-selling Japanese whiskies ever.

3. Karuizawa 1960 50-Year-Old

Price: $225,000 (2018)
From the now-closed Karuizawa Distillery, this 50-year-old whisky sold for $225,000 at auction. It’s revered for its rich, complex flavors, making it a prized collector’s item.

Karuizawa-1960-50-Year-Old

4. Hibiki 30-Year-Old

Price: $125,000 (2020)
The Hibiki 30-Year-Old is known for its exquisite blend of malt and grain whiskies. A bottle sold for $125,000, setting a record for the brand and showing the high demand for rare Hibiki releases.

Hibiki-30-Year-Old

5. Yamazaki 18-Year-Old Sherry Cask

Price: $120,000 (2021)
This expression, aged in sherry casks, sold for $120,000 at auction. Its rich, layered flavors and scarcity made it one of the most expensive bottles of Yamazaki ever sold.

Yamazaki-18-Year-Old-Sherry-Cask

Conclusion

These five rare Japanese whiskies are more than just spirits—they are pieces of history, crafted with precision and passion. With growing demand, these bottles continue to rise in value, solidifying Japan’s place in the world of luxury whiskies.

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