Hunter Laing's Japan-Exclusive "Islay Journey Sherry" Now Features "100 Proof"!
Japan Import System will begin shipping Hunter Laing's Japan-exclusive "Islay Journey Sherry 100 Proof" whisky from May 12, 2026. This new product, characterized by the robustness of Islay malts and the sweet, rich flavor from sherry cask aging, is expected to receive strong support from whisky enthusiasts.
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Japan Import System Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo / Representative Director and President: Katsuhiko Tanaka) will begin shipping the Japan-exclusive special edition "Islay Journey Sherry 100 Proof" from Hunter Laing's "Journey Series" of "traveling whiskies" to liquor stores nationwide starting May 12, 2026.
Product Features
The "Journey Series," which fully showcases the blender's skill, has gained popularity as a lineup that allows one to savor regional characteristics as if traveling. The immensely popular blended malt "Islay Journey" blends malts from representative Islay distilleries such as Ardbeg, Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Bunnahabhain, and Caol Ila. Despite its affordable price range, it offers an authentic taste, embodying the company's blending techniques to the fullest, and is loved by whisky fans worldwide.
Sherry Cask Aging × The Power of High Proof
The sweet and rich flavor derived from sherry is combined with the power unique to high proof, resulting in an exceptional drinking experience. The smokiness of Islay malts and the richness of sherry are harmoniously integrated at a high level.
Islay Journey Sherry 100 Proof
Product Overview
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol Content: 57%
Original Malt Composition: Ardbeg, Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Bunnahabhain, Caol Ila
Tasting Notes
Nose: Rich layers of fig and black cherry wrapped in soft smoke and cocoa.
Taste: Spicy gingerbread, caramelized nuts, and subtle nuances of clove intertwined with peat smoke, spreading powerful warmth.
Finish: A long finish reminiscent of molasses and oak.
*For general customers, please contact your local liquor store. For new business inquiries from liquor stores, please contact our authorized distributor, Japan Import System (jis@jisys.co.jp).*
About the Journey Series
The "Journey Series" is a "traveling whisky" series by Hunter Laing, also known as the owner of Ardnahoe, the 9th distillery on Islay. The lineup, which takes you on an enjoyable tour of regional characteristics such as Islay, Highland, Hebridean, and Campbeltown, is highly supported by whisky enthusiasts worldwide.
About Hunter Laing
Founded in 2013, Hunter Laing is an independent Scotch whisky bottler. The founding family has been involved in Scotch whisky for three generations, and with their abundant expertise in cask selection and maturation techniques, they offer a wide variety of malts to the world.
In addition to their flagship "Old Malt Cask" series and the long-aged series "Old & Rare Platinum," they have established Ardnahoe Distillery, the 9th new distillery on Islay, and also offer attractive lineups such as "Scarabus" and the "Journey Series," earning high praise from malt enthusiasts worldwide.
Product Features
The "Journey Series," which fully showcases the blender's skill, has gained popularity as a lineup that allows one to savor regional characteristics as if traveling. The immensely popular blended malt "Islay Journey" blends malts from representative Islay distilleries such as Ardbeg, Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Bunnahabhain, and Caol Ila. Despite its affordable price range, it offers an authentic taste, embodying the company's blending techniques to the fullest, and is loved by whisky fans worldwide.
Sherry Cask Aging × The Power of High Proof
The sweet and rich flavor derived from sherry is combined with the power unique to high proof, resulting in an exceptional drinking experience. The smokiness of Islay malts and the richness of sherry are harmoniously integrated at a high level.
Islay Journey Sherry 100 Proof
Product Overview
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol Content: 57%
Original Malt Composition: Ardbeg, Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Bunnahabhain, Caol Ila
Tasting Notes
Nose: Rich layers of fig and black cherry wrapped in soft smoke and cocoa.
Taste: Spicy gingerbread, caramelized nuts, and subtle nuances of clove intertwined with peat smoke, spreading powerful warmth.
Finish: A long finish reminiscent of molasses and oak.
*For general customers, please contact your local liquor store. For new business inquiries from liquor stores, please contact our authorized distributor, Japan Import System (jis@jisys.co.jp).*
About the Journey Series
The "Journey Series" is a "traveling whisky" series by Hunter Laing, also known as the owner of Ardnahoe, the 9th distillery on Islay. The lineup, which takes you on an enjoyable tour of regional characteristics such as Islay, Highland, Hebridean, and Campbeltown, is highly supported by whisky enthusiasts worldwide.
About Hunter Laing
Founded in 2013, Hunter Laing is an independent Scotch whisky bottler. The founding family has been involved in Scotch whisky for three generations, and with their abundant expertise in cask selection and maturation techniques, they offer a wide variety of malts to the world.
In addition to their flagship "Old Malt Cask" series and the long-aged series "Old & Rare Platinum," they have established Ardnahoe Distillery, the 9th new distillery on Islay, and also offer attractive lineups such as "Scarabus" and the "Journey Series," earning high praise from malt enthusiasts worldwide.