Haku Japanese Craft Vodka

Haku Japanese Craft Vodka is the premium rice-based vodka from the House of Suntory, crafted with 100% Japanese white rice and pure Yamazaki water. Distilled in Kagoshima and Osaka, then filtered through bamboo charcoal, it delivers an exceptionally soft, silky and luminous profile. Meaning “white” and “brilliance”, Haku reflects the purity of its rice origin and the mastery of Japanese craftsmanship.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Delicate floral rice aromas on the nose. The palate is rich yet smooth, enveloping with natural sweetness and subtle complexity. The finish is elegant and lingering, with refined softness from bamboo charcoal filtration.

Key Details

• Producer: House of Suntory
• Type: Japanese Craft Vodka
• Region: Japan
• ABV: 40%
• Volume: 700ml
• Ingredients: 100% Japanese white rice, Yamazaki soft water, bamboo charcoal filtration
• Other: Gluten Free
• Signature Serve: The Haku-Hi — vodka highball with soda and lemon peel

Cocktail Pairings

Exquisite in a Haku-Hi highball with soda and citrus, refreshing in a Yuzu Gimlet, and sophisticated in a Haku Martini. It also shines in modern creations like the Japanese Mule with wasabi ginger ale or a floral Lychee Martini.

Craftsmanship & Story

Haku’s journey begins with rice fermentation in Kagoshima, followed by distillation in both pot and column stills. The spirit is polished in Osaka through bamboo charcoal, a time-honoured technique that imparts exceptional smoothness and subtle sweetness, true to Suntory’s meticulous craft philosophy.

Special Features

The name Haku (“white” / “brilliance”) honours its rice origin and clarity. Its elegant design reflects Japanese minimalism and purity, while its rice-based heritage sets it apart from grain vodkas worldwide.

Recognition & Accolades

Haku has been awarded for its purity, innovation and excellence:

• Gold – International Spirits Challenge, 2024
• Gold – TAG Global Spirits Awards, 2022
• Japan Vodka of the Year – New York International Spirits Competition, 2021
• Silver – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2022
• Silver – NZ Spirits Awards, 2022
• Bronze – International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2024
• Bronze – NZ Spirits Awards, 2024
• Bronze – Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition, 2023

Recognised globally for its smoothness, rice purity and refined Japanese craft.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Soft, luminous and authentically Japanese, Haku is ideal for sipping neat, in refined cocktails, or gifting to those who appreciate craftsmanship and purity in every pour.

Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery

Order online for fast NZ delivery. Lovingly packed with a selection of stylish packaging and a personal message option to complete the perfect gift.