Taketsuru

Taketsuru is a brand of whisky that was established in 1934. It is primarily known for its Japanese whisky production. The brand was founded by Masataka Taketsuru, who is often referred to as the father of Japanese whisky. Taketsuru's history and origin can be traced back to Masataka's journey to Scotland in 1918 to learn the art of whisky distillation. Inspired by the Scotch whisky-making techniques, he returned to Japan and established his own distillery, which eventually became the Taketsuru brand.

Taketsuru is known for its unique approach to whisky production. The brand focuses on creating a range of styles, including single malt and blended whiskies. They use traditional Scottish methods combined with Japanese craftsmanship to produce high-quality whiskies. Taketsuru whiskies are known for their smoothness, complexity, and balance of flavors. The brand has gained international recognition and has won numerous awards for its exceptional whiskies. It continues to be a leading name in the Japanese whisky industry.