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Yoichi

Yoichi distillery — watercolor illustration
Región Hokkaido
País Japan
Fundada 1934
Propietario Nikka (Asahi Group)
Estado Active

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Yoichi was founded by Masataka Taketsuru, the father of Japanese whisky, who chose Hokkaido for its Scottish-like climate. The distillery retains direct-fired coal heating of its pot stills — one of the last in the world — producing a bold, peated, maritime-influenced whisky.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yoichi distillery?
Yoichi — Nikka's Hokkaido distillery since 1934. Coal-fired stills producing bold, peated, maritime Japanese whisky.
When was Yoichi founded?
Yoichi was founded in 1934.
Where is Yoichi distillery located?
Yoichi is located in Hokkaido, Japan.

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