Which whiskies won the Double Gold award?

Saburoumaru V THE HIEROPHANT Cask Strength and Zhuge Liang #210153.

What is unique about Saburoumaru Distillery?

Japan's oldest distillery in Hokuriku, using local materials and the 'Ultimate Peat' concept.

Can I buy the award-winning whiskies in Japan?

The award-winning bottles are already sold out domestically.

What kind of company is Wakadane Shuzo?

A Toyama-based brewery founded in 1862, specializing in smoky whisky for over 70 years.

Wakadane Shuzo Wins Double Gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026

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Wakadane Shuzo Wins Double Gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026
Wakadane Shuzo Co., Ltd. announced that two of its whisky products received the prestigious Double Gold award at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026 (SFWSC), one of the world’s most renowned spirits judging events. This achievement highlights the international recognition of the high quality and distinctive smoky character of whiskies produced at the Saburoumaru Distillery.
Source: PR TIMES
Date: Mon Jun 15 2026 21:00:12 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)

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Wakadane Shuzo Co., Ltd. announced that two of its whisky products received the prestigious Double Gold award at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026 (SFWSC), one of the world’s most renowned spirits judging events. This achievement highlights the international recognition of the high quality and distinctive smoky character of whiskies produced at the Saburoumaru Distillery.

Citation: Wakadane Shuzo Wins Double Gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026 (Mon Jun 15 2026 21:00:12 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)), PR TIMES
Source: PR TIMES
Date: Mon Jun 15 2026 21:00:12 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)

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Wakadane Shuzo Co., Ltd. announced that two of its whisky products received the prestigious Double Gold award at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026 (SFWSC), one of the world’s most renowned spirits judging events. This achievement highlights the international recognition of the high quality and distinctive smoky character of whiskies produced at the Saburoumaru Distillery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which international competition did Wakadane Shuzo's whisky win?: A: San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026 (SFWSC).
Q: Which whiskies won the Double Gold award?: A: Saburoumaru V THE HIEROPHANT Cask Strength and Zhuge Liang #210153.
Q: What is unique about Saburoumaru Distillery?: A: Japan's oldest distillery in Hokuriku, using local materials and the 'Ultimate Peat' concept.
Q: Can I buy the award-winning whiskies in Japan?: A: The award-winning bottles are already sold out domestically.
Q: What kind of company is Wakadane Shuzo?: A: A Toyama-based brewery founded in 1862, specializing in smoky whisky for over 70 years.