Sasa no Kawa Brewery Asaka Distillery

【The Amber Soul Residing in Traditional Warehouses】 'Sasano-kawa Brewery / Asaka Distillery' - The Pride of Pioneers Brewing Time

With the history of Asaka development in Koriyama, 'Sasano-kawa Brewery' has continued to mark time for over 250 years. While preserving the tradition of Japanese sake that has continued since the Edo period, it became a symbol of innovation in Fukushima by obtaining the 'first whiskey manufacturing license in Tohoku' shortly after the war in 1946.

■ Edo Techniques and Craft Whiskey that Captivates the World

Amidst the historical landscape of white-walled warehouses, the 'Asaka Distillery' is alive with the latest distillation equipment.

• The Essence of Sake: Japanese sake brewed with pure water and carefully selected rice evokes the richness of the land within its crisp and sharp taste.
• Asaka's Terroir: Whiskey aged utilizing the severe temperature differences in Koriyama is characterized by a delicate yet powerful finish. The 'craftsmanship that sharpens the five senses' made possible by a small-scale distillery continues to attract enthusiasts from around the world.

■ The 'Story of Bonds' that Transformed Despair into Hope

When the industry faced difficulties in the past, the episode of saving raw spirits from other companies laid the foundation for the later birth of 'Ichiro's Malt,' now a legend in the whiskey world. This place is deeply rooted in the passion of people who love sake and the spirit of mutual assistance.

The air of the historic warehouse and the aroma of the 'angel's share' filling the aging cellar. Would you like to taste the finest drop in this place where tradition and innovation resonate?