Karuizawa

Karuizawa Hanshin Tigers Baseball Team Whisky Head '14 Arias', Mixed Cask, 2003, 37%

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TypeBlended Whisky
MRI
MRI 19
Average Score
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Description

This is a limited edition blended whisky from Karuizawa, bottled by Mercian, containing malt from the Karuizawa distillery and likely grain from the Kawasaki distillery. It was specially bottled in 2003 to celebrate the Hanshin Tigers baseball team winning the Central League. This particular bottle features player #14, Arias, and is part of a series of 12 different player bottles. Karuizawa distillery was owned by Mercian Corporation, mothballed in 2000, and closed in 2011.

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Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Oct 12, 2025SGD 148.65
Region
Honshu
Age
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Vintage
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Bottled
2003
ABV
37%
Volume
36cl
Distillery
Karuizawa
Origin
Japan
Cask type
Mixed Cask
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
N.A
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
N.A
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
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PPM
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Barley
N.A
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
Yes
Bottle count
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Has box
Yes
Closure
N.A
Presentation
Bottle with player bobble head
Series highlights
Hanshin Tigers Baseball Team Whisky Head Series; 12 different bottles representing team members
Historical context
Commemorates Hanshin Tigers winning the Central League in 2003
Special release
Commemorative bottling for Hanshin Tigers Central League victory
Allocation
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Nose
Subtle aromas of dried fruits and gentle oak, complemented by a hint of vanilla sweetness.
Palate
A smooth and mellow profile featuring notes of caramel, soft spices, and a touch of citrus zest.
Finish
A delicate and lingering finish with nuances of toasted nuts and light smoke.
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