{"product_id":"suntory-haku-japanese-vodka","title":"Suntory Haku Japanese Craft Vodka — White Rice Base, Bamboo Charcoal Filtration","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Suntory Indigo: #003366 | Bamboo Green: #2e5a27 | Haku White: #fdfdfd *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #003366; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient representing the bamboo charcoal filtration *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #001a33 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #2e5a27; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #003366; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #d4af37; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE RICE HERITAGE --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eSuntory Haku\u003c\/span\u003e is a chiseled Japanese craft vodka built on a structurally distinct base of 100% Japanese white rice. The name \"Haku\"—meaning \"white\" in Japanese—references both the pristine rice base and the brilliant clarity of the final spirit. Launched in 2019 as a cornerstone of Suntory’s craft portfolio, Haku offers a subtle sweetness and smooth texture that distinguishes it from the grain-heavy profiles of traditional Western vodkas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE BAMBOO FILTRATION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eHaku is defined by a uniquely Japanese approach to filtration and raw material sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% White Rice Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from select Japanese farms, the rice provides a delicate aromatic profile and natural sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBamboo Charcoal Filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eschewing standard charcoal, Haku is filtered through Japanese bamboo to achieve a polished, refined texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Processed at Suntory’s dedicated craft distillery in Japan to ensure absolute purity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Presented at 80 proof in a bottle featuring Japanese calligraphic branding and distinctive structural design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Subtle rice character, faint sweetness, and gentle minerality. Soft floral notes and citrus develop alongside integrated grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied with substantial textural smoothness. A front of rice sweetness leads into a mid-palate of soft floral notes and refined neutral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with a signature closing of soft rice character and lingering sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eCraft Portfolio\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eHaku sits alongside Roku Gin as part of Suntory’s elite craft spirits category. It serves as a structural outlier in a global market dominated by grain and potato bases, appealing to collectors seeking authentic Asian-heritage spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of Japanese rice-based craft vodka.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuntory Holdings (Japan)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese Craft Vodka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Ingredient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Japanese White Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBamboo Charcoal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 Proof \/ 40% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRP Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$25 – $40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaunched 2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR \u0026 SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector \u0026amp; Serving Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuntory Haku is a high-conviction acquisition for those curating a library of distinctive craft spirits. Its rice-based architecture provides a versatile framework for Japanese-inspired mixology, performing peerlessly in a \u003cstrong\u003eYuzu Martini or Sake-style preparations\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a pure experience, enjoy it \u003cstrong\u003eneat at cold temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pairs exceptionally well with \u003cstrong\u003esushi, sashimi, tempura, and refined Japanese cuisine\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suntory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45113114034210,"sku":null,"price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/haku-vodka-house-of-suntory-japanese-craft-vodka.jpg?v=1779913218","url":"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/suntory-haku-japanese-vodka","provider":"Midnight Whiskey ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}