Fuji Single Malt Japanese Whisky is an elegant and fruit-forward Japanese single malt whisky produced at the renowned Fuji Gotemba Distillery in Shizuoka, Japan, at the foot of Mount Fuji.

Bottled at 46% ABV and presented in a 70cl bottle, Fuji Single Malt showcases the distinctive malt whisky style developed at Fuji Gotemba. Kirin characterises the expression through its combination of fruity, luscious and creamy flavours, while the producer's Japanese description emphasises its abundant fruit character and richness.

Matured using a diverse selection of oak casks, including American white oak, ex-bourbon barrels and beer casks, Fuji Single Malt delivers a beautifully layered combination of ripe fruit, creamy sweetness and oak.

It is an excellent introduction to Fuji Japanese Whisky and an increasingly important expression within the modern Japanese single malt category.

What Makes Fuji Single Malt Japanese Whisky Special?

Fuji Single Malt has been designed to showcase the malt whisky character of Fuji Gotemba.

Rather than focusing on heavy peat or an overwhelmingly oak-driven profile, the whisky places fruit, texture and balance at the centre of the experience.

Kirin describes the whisky as displaying waves of fruitiness, richness and creaminess, while specialist tasting notes identify white peach, apricot and fruit tart among its defining characteristics.

This gives Fuji Single Malt an approachable but complex character that works equally well for established Japanese whisky enthusiasts and those discovering premium Japanese single malt for the first time.

Cask Type

Fuji Single Malt is matured in a varied selection of casks.

Specialist distributor BBC Spirits identifies new American white oak, ex-bourbon barrels, beer barrels and French oak red-wine casks as part of the maturation programme. UK retailer The Whisky Shop specifically identifies American white oak, bourbon and beer casks.

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American White Oak, Ex-Bourbon, Beer & French Oak Red Wine Casks

Award-Winning Fuji Japanese Whisky

Fuji Single Malt forms part of Kirin's award-winning core Fuji Japanese Whisky collection.

At the International Spirits Challenge 2025, Fuji Single Malt Japanese Whisky received a Gold medal for the third consecutive year, alongside Fuji Single Grain and Fuji Single Blended.

This provides another strong point of interest for customers searching for an award-winning Japanese single malt whisky.

Why Buy Fuji Single Malt Japanese Whisky?

Fuji Single Malt Japanese Whisky 46% offers a compelling combination of Japanese provenance, distinctive distillery character and accessible drinking strength.

Its appeal comes from the combination of Fuji Gotemba malt whisky, varied oak maturation and a particularly fruit-driven style, with peach, apricot, orchard fruit and creamy sweetness at the centre of its profile.