12 Most Expensive Japanese Whiskeys
Yamazaki 50-Year-Old - This limited edition single malt is highly sought after and can fetch prices upwards of $60,000 or more.
Karuizawa 1960 52-Year-Old - Karuizawa is a legendary distillery that closed in 2000, making its whiskies extremely rare. Bottles from this vintage can reach prices of $50,000 or more.
Hanyu Ichiro's Malt "The Joker" - Part of the Ichiro's Malt Card Series, this highly collectible and unique whiskey can command prices exceeding $30,000.
Hakushu 25-Year-Old - A prestigious single malt from the Hakushu distillery, it can be priced around $2,500 to $4,000.
Hibiki 30-Year-Old - This well-aged blended whiskey from Suntory is highly regarded and can cost around $2,500 to $3,500.
Yamazaki 25-Year-Old - Another highly regarded single malt from Yamazaki, it can be priced around $2,500 to $3,500.
Karuizawa 1981 35-Year-Old - This vintage release from the closed Karuizawa distillery can reach prices of $2,000 to $3,000.
Yamazaki Mizunara 18-Year-Old - A limited edition release that showcases the influence of Mizunara oak casks, it can cost around $1,500 to $2,500.
Chichibu The First - Another sought-after release from the Ichiro's Malt Card Series, it can be priced around $1,500 to $2,000.
Nikka Taketsuru 35-Year-Old - A blend of malt whiskies aged for 35 years, it can cost around $1,200 to $1,800.
Miyagikyo 25-Year-Old - A well-aged single malt from the Miyagikyo distillery, it can be priced around $1,000 to $1,500.
Ichiro's Malt "Card" Series - Various releases from Ichiro's Malt Card Series, including "The Ace of Spades," "The Queen of Hearts," and others, can range in price from $800 to $1,500.