L'Arc-en-Ciel x Nagahama Distillery: The 35-Year Melody and Rainbow's Trajectory Revived in a Glass. Two Special Commemorative Whiskies to Celebrate the 35th Anniversary, Released Simultaneously in Limited Quantities on May 30th.

L'Arc-en-Ciel's 35th anniversary, tracing its trajectory through "taste."

From Nagahama Distillery, two different collaboration whiskies are born—.

This time, Nagahama Distillery will release two types of whisky, 'LEGACY BLEND' and 'RAINBOW NOTES,' on a memorable day for Japan's leading rock band, L'Arc-en-Ciel.

LEGACY BLEND

This is a blended malt whisky that expresses L'Arc-en-Ciel's history of evolution, woven through 12 original albums, with complex layers of 12 types of malt whiskies.

It encapsulates 35 years of history in a single bottle, offering a profound and deep flavor. It's not just a blended malt, but a finish that evokes the legacy the band has carved out.

RAINBOW NOTES

This whisky expresses a rainbow with 7 carefully selected whiskies. It has undergone "music maturation," where L'Arc-en-Ciel's 12 albums released to date were played to the casks, resulting in a blended whisky characterized by a smooth mouthfeel and a harmonious taste. When made into a highball, a more refreshing aftertaste spreads.

Nagahama Distillery presents a supreme experience where music and whisky resonate. While reflecting on 35 years of history,

Please enjoy a special glass.

■Product Details

LEGACY BLEND

Product Name: L'Arc-en-Ciel 35th L'Anniversary Whisky Legacy Blend

Volume: 700ml

Ingredients: Malt

Alcohol: 47%

Suggested Retail Price: ¥10,000 + tax

【Tasting Notes】

<Color> Vibrant amber color

<Aroma> The top note is fresh vanilla and citrus derived from young bourbon barrel whisky. Freshness and the transparency of the melody rise vividly.

<Taste and Finish> Upon tasting, a profound richness of long-aged sherry malt spreads. The complex flavors of raisins, dark chocolate, and spices are the very essence of the band's explosive energy. Furthermore, Nagahama Mizunara whisky brings a serene, oriental lingering scent reminiscent of sandalwood, and a deep, pleasant finish that lasts long, blending profound richness with artistic sensibility.

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RAINBOW NOTES

Product Name: L'Arc-en-Ciel 35th L'Anniversary Whisky Rainbow Notes

Volume: 700ml

Ingredients: Malt, Grain

Alcohol: 47%

Suggested Retail Price: ¥10,000 + tax

【Tasting Notes】

<Color> Brilliant amber

<Aroma> A gorgeous aroma of dried fruits, vanilla, honey, and bursting citrus, symbolizing passion and joy, derived from sherry and bourbon barrels, blends together.

<Taste and Finish> Bourbon barrel and quarter cask whiskies create a silky smooth and clear base, while red wine barrels and Nagahama sherry quarter casks add elegant color. The fruity and smooth taste, harmonized by 7 types of whiskies, continues into a pure finish like a rainbow that brightly illuminates the hearts of those who drink it.

■Sales

Pre-order sales period: April 1, 2026 (Wednesday) 18:00 ~ (Ends once planned quantity is reached)

Release Date: May 30, 2026 (Saturday)

L'Arc-en-Ciel 35th L'Anniversary Whisky Special Website

https://www.romanbeer.com/whisky/other-whisky/larc-en-ciel/

Nagahama Distillery

Opened in 2016 within the Nagahama Roman Beer facility, it is Japan's smallest craft distillery, nurtured by the climate of Lake Biwa, Mt. Ibuki, and Nagahama. From its small alembic-shaped pot stills and extremely thin line arms, rich-tasting whiskies with distinctive characteristics are produced daily.

【Company Profile】

Company Name: Nagahama Roman Beer Co., Ltd.

Representative: Kei Ito, Representative Director

Location: 14-1 Asahi-cho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture

TEL: 0749-63-4300

FAX: 0749-63-4301

http://www.romanbeer.com/

【Contact for this matter】

Company Name: Toko Co., Ltd. (Nagahama Distillery Sales Agent)

Contact Person: Koichi Takenaka

Location: 1F Asahi Seimei Ueno Showa-dori Bldg., 6-16-17 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo

Tel: 03-3833-3541

Fax: 03-3832-6930

E-Mail: toko-eigyo@toko-t.co.jp