📌 Overview
The Karuizawa 25th Silver Jubilee Miniature is an extremely rare 50 ml Japanese single-malt whisky created for the 25th Anniversary of the Hong Kong Miniature Liquor Club. Distilled in 1984 and bottled in 2018, it represents one of the most exclusive miniature releases connected to the legendary closed Karuizawa distillery.
🔍 Key Details
Brand / Distillery: Karuizawa
Type: Japanese single malt
Vintage: Distilled 1984
Bottled: 2018 (25th Anniversary Edition)
ABV: 60.2%
Bottle Size: 50 ml
Total Bottles: Only 150 produced
Status: Extremely rare; from a closed distillery
📦 Packaging & Presentation
50 ml glass miniature with Silver Jubilee commemorative label
Designed specifically for Hong Kong Miniature Liquor Club’s 25th anniversary
High-quality presentation with detailed printed labeling
Collector value heavily depends on seal condition, label quality, and completeness
⭐ Collectibility & Rarity
From the iconic and now-demolished Karuizawa distillery—making all original releases scarce
Only 150 miniatures were produced, making it rarer than many full-size Karuizawa bottlings
Highly sought after by miniature collectors and Japanese whisky enthusiasts
Shows up very infrequently on the secondary market or in auctions
🧭 What to Know
Confirm provenance and authenticity due to extremely limited production
Check fill level, label clarity, and seal integrity to ensure top collector condition
Miniatures of this rarity are valued primarily as collectibles, not for opening
Condition significantly affects market price due to scarcity
✨ Why It’s Appealing
A true “holy grail” miniature from one of Japan’s most legendary closed distilleries
Beautifully presented, historically significant, and highly display-worthy
Combines rarity, prestige, vintage age, and collector-club exclusivity
A standout piece for any high-end Japanese whisky miniature collection


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