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Hinokami Distillery's First Release 'HINOKAMI NEW BORN #1' Wins Superior Gold at TWSC 2026

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Published May 15, 2026 10:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 2, 2026 1:04 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Satsuma Shuzo's Hinokami Distillery announced that its very first public release, 'HINOKAMI NEW BORN #1', won the Superior Gold in the New Born Spirits category at the Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition (TWSC) 2026. Furthermore, their limited edition 'HINOKAMI WHISKY MATSURI LIMITED EDITION 2025' secured a Gold award, achieving a double victory. 'HINOKAMI NEW BORN #1' is vatted from six selected bourbon barrels with a delicate 1ppm peat touch, embodying the distillery's elegant origin. Hinokami Distillery, located at Japan's southernmost point, also features a unique visitor center and cooperage.

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