A special whisky created through an exchange of unblended spiritsbetween the Kanosuke Distillery andthe Saburomaru Distillery.
Kanosuke Distillery in Kagoshima Prefecture and Saburomaru Distillery in Toyama Prefecture. This is a collaborative project between these two distilleries.
Their shared goal is to “create a whisky with a distinctive character that can compete on the world stage.”
And beyond that, to “expand the possibilities and diversity of Japanese craft whisky.”
1. Photos of the bottle and label
Kanosuke Collaboration Series 01 KANOSUKE × SABUROMARU
Kanosuke Collaboration Series 01 KANOSUKE × SABUROMARU
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2. Saburomaru Ryuko ~DOUBLE DISTILLERY~ SABUROMARU × KANOSUKE
We are pleased to launch the “Kanosuke Collaboration Series,” which explores new flavor possibilities through the exchange of base spirits with distilleries both in Japan and abroad.
As the first release in the series, we are launching
“01 KANOSUKE × SABUROMARU.”The theme of this product is “Mellow Meets Peated.” Rather than emphasizing a strong peat profile, the briny peat and gentle smoke harmonize with KANOSUKE’s signature mellow character and fruity notes.
Enjoy this special flavor, born from the convergence of the two distilleries’ craftsmanship and sensibilities.
Both Kanosuke Distillery and Saburomaru Distillery are based on Japan’s long history of sake brewing. Having begun full-scale whisky production in 2017, they are contemporaries poised to lead the next generation of Japanese whisky.
We believe that this collaboration, which combines our respective individualities, will not only create new value but also contribute to the development and sustainability of the Japanese whisky industry as a whole.
This blended malt Japanese whisky will be released simultaneously with “Saburomaru Ryuko ~DOUBLE DISTILLERY~ SABUROMARU×KANOSUKE,” which will be released by Saburomaru Distillery.This collaboration with Saburomaru Distillery (Toyama Prefecture) is based on the product concept “Mellow meets Peated.”
Released under the KANOSUKE brand, this product features KANOSUKE’s soft and rich character as its foundation, layered with the powerful and deep peated aroma of Saburomaru Distillery.[TASTING NOTE]
Peat with a hint of sea breeze, harmonizing with mellow fruitinessCOLOR: Gold
AROMA: Sea breeze, grapefruit, caramel, lychee, green apple, and the scent of an oak bonfire
PALATE: Honey, nutmeg, kumquat, vanilla, passion fruit, black pepper, iodine notes
FINISH: Citrus and tropical fruits with a hint of iodine reminiscent of a sea breeze; a gentle peat smoke lingers pleasantlySource: https://kanosuke.com/blogs/news/20260611
2-1. Tasting Notes
| Aroma | Salted lemon candy, passion fruit, ponkan, limestone, heavy sea breeze, and smoke |
| Taste | Sugared cinnamon lemon tea, black sugar vanilla, seaweed |
| Aftertaste | A long-lasting, smoky, sweet, and spicy flavor |
2-2. Product Specifications
| Alcohol Content | 50% |
| Category | Vatted Malt Japanese whisky |
| Barrel Type | Unknown |
| Content Capacity | 700 ml |
| Number of Bottles Sold | Unknown |
| Suggested Retail Price | 22,000 yen (tax included) |
| Release Date | June 18, 2026 |
3. Awards
No awards have been received to date.
4. List Price and Online Prices
4-1. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
| Product Name | Kanosuke Collaboration Series 01 KANOSUKE × SABUROMARU |
| Content Capacity | 700 ml |
| Suggested Retail Price | 22,000 yen (tax included) |
4-2. Resale Price on Mercari
The resale price on Mercari is around27,000 yen. (*As of June 24, 2026)
4-3. Winning Bid Price on Yahoo! Auctions
We confirmed that items were sold on Yahoo! Auctions at the list price. (As of June 24, 2026)
4-4. Rakuten, Yahoo! Shopping, and Amazon
We were unable to confirm that this item is currently for sale on online shopping sites such as Rakuten. (As of June 24, 2026)
4-5. Prices at BAR Shinkai
At “BAR Shinkai,” operated by this site, we serve 45ml for 5,610 yen, 30ml for 3,740 yen, and 15ml for 1,870 yen per glass.
5. Manufacturer
Komasa Kanosuke Distillery Co., Ltd.
| Established | August 2021 |
| Headquarters Address | 845-3 Kaminokawa, Hiyoshi-cho, Hioki City, Kagoshima Prefecture 899-2421 |
| Distilleries Owned | Kanosuke Distillery |
6. Distillery
Kanosuke Distillery
| Location | 845-3 Kaminokawa, Hiyoshi-cho, Hioki City, Kagoshima Prefecture 899-2421 |
| Start of Operations | 2017 |
The Kanosuke Distillery is located on a site of approximately 9,000 square meters along Fukiagehama Beach on the west coast of Kagoshima Prefecture.
The U-shaped, two-story main building houses not only the distillation equipment but also a bar with a scenic view and a shop selling original merchandise.
A major feature of the distillery is that it is equipped with three pot stills—large, medium, and small. Their capacities are 6,000 L, 3,000 L, and 1,600 L, respectively.
Globally, it is common for craft distilleries (small-scale distilleries) to have only two pot stills.whisky is typically distilled twice, but by using pot stills with different neck shapes and angles of the upper line arm during the second distillation (redistillation), the aroma and flavor of the spirit can be enriched and varied.
Fukiagehama, where the distillery is located, is counted among the “Three Great Sand Dunes of Japan” and has been selected as one of the “100 Best Beaches in Japan.” The sandy beach stretches approximately 47 km from north to south, and strong winds sweep in from the sea, enveloping the entire distillery area in a pure white mist of fine sea spray.It is a region with significant temperature fluctuations, where summers are hot and winters can drop to around 0°C, with snowfall not uncommon.
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For more information on the Kanosuke Distillery, please see this article.
7. Summary
“Kanosuke Collaboration Series 01 KANOSUKE × SABUROMARU” is a special blended malt created through an exchange of base spirits between two distilleries—Kagoshima and Toyama—each with its own distinct character.
The salty character reminiscent of tropical fruits—a hallmark of Kanosuke—is layered with Saburomaru’s robust peat, perfectly embodying the “Mellow Meets Peated” concept.
Craft whiskys of this generation, such as Kanosuke and Saburomaru, each possess a distinct character.
Just as the name “Collaboration 01” suggests, these blends—created through the exchange of unblended spirits—are expected to continue offering enjoyable experiences for years to come.
■ Be sure to check out our other articles on “Kanosuke Distillery.”
https://jpwhisky.net/kanosuke-artist-edition5-56096/
https://jpwhisky.net/kanosuke-2026-54614/
