“SHINDO The Tri-Wheels” is now in stock.
Discover the complex and delicate flavors crafted by three wheels!
“Shinozaki” is a long-established sake brewery in Fukuoka Prefecture with a history dating back to the Edo period. In August 2021, the company began operations at the “Shindo Distillery.”
The SHINDO The Tri-Wheels we’re introducing today, as its name suggests, is inspired by the “Triple Water wheel” located in Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
The “Triple Water wheel” is registered as a designated cultural property—a “National Historic Site”—and the sight of Japan’s oldest Water wheel, still in operation today, has become a seasonal tradition that heralds the arrival of summer.
1. Photos of the bottle and label
SHINDO The Tri-Wheels
2. Features of SHINDO The Tri-Wheels
2-1. Tasting Notes
| Aroma | Caramelized nuts, smoked butter, almonds, baked apples, pepper |
| Taste | Roasted almonds, crème brûlée, a hint of brown sugar, black pepper |
| Finish | A spicy note emerges from beneath the sweetness, and the finish is enveloped by a smoky note derived from peat |
2-2. Product Specifications
| Alcohol Content | 50% |
| Category | Single Malt Whisky |
| Cask Types | 40% heavily peated spirit aged in bourbon barrels (all remaining components are unpeated spirits), 44% spirit aged in bourbon barrels, 7.5% aged in sherry casks, 3.5% aged in Cognac puncheon casks, 3% aged in new American white oak barrels,1% Calvados hogshead casks |
| Volume | 700 ml |
| Number of Bottles Sold | 400 bottles |
| Suggested Retail Price | 16,500 yen (tax included) |
| Release Date | November 2026 |
3. Awards
No awards have been received to date.
4. List Price and Online Prices
4-1. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
| Product Name | SHINDO The Tri-Wheels |
| Capacity | 700 ml |
| Suggested Retail Price | 16,500 (tax included) |
4-2. Resale Price on Mercari
We were unable to confirm the resale price on Mercari at this time. (*As of November 4, 2026)
4-3. Winning Bid Prices on Yahoo! Auctions
We were unable to confirm the winning bid price on Yahoo! Auctions at this time. (As of November 4, 2026)
4-4. Rakuten, Yahoo! Shopping, and Amazon
On online shopping sites such as Amazon, we found the item priced at 17,630 yen. (As of November 4, 2026)
Only a few items remain, so please purchase soon.
4-5. Prices at BAR Shinkai
At “BAR Shinkai,” operated by this site, we also serve smaller portions, such as45 ml for 4,290 yen, 30 ml for 2,860 yen, and 15 ml for 1,430 yen.
5. Manufacturer
Shinozaki Co., Ltd.
| Headquarters Address | 185 Hiramatsu, Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture 838-1303 |
| Distilleries Owned | Shindo Distillery, Asakura Distillery |
6. Distillery Information
Shindo Distillery (SHINDO DISTILLERY)
| Location | 626-1 Hiramatsu, Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture 838-1303 |
| Start of Operations | 2021 |
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Based in Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Shindo Distillery is a Whisky venture launched by Shinozaki Co., Ltd., a long-established brewery with a history of over 220 years known for products such as the amazake “Kunigiku” and the barley shochu-based liqueur “Asakura.”
The distillery began operations in August 2021. Situated on a vast 5,500 tsubo site, it began producing Whisky as Fukuoka Prefecture’s first craft Whisky distillery.
The philosophy underlying it all is [THE QUEST FOR THE ORIGINAL].
Rather than simply replicating existing whiskys, Shindo Distillery’s defining characteristic is its commitment to pursuing “what will become the standard of the future” by combining unique techniques and ideas with the traditional methods established by its predecessors.
When discussing Shindo Distillery, the most important aspect is its commitment to new make.
From fermentation through distillation, we place great emphasis on creating new make with specific flavor and aroma profiles.
In fact, Shindo Distillery incorporates its own special yeast into the fermentation process, crafting the flavor profile of the base spirit through a yeast design that differs from the norm. Officially, the distillery explains that it aims to create a multi-layered base spirit containing multiple flavor components, with a “heavy, sweet aroma (lactone aroma)” as the foundation, achieved through its proprietary yeast.
Currently, they selectively use commercial yeast and their proprietary yeast; they then blend the resulting new make before casking it—a distinctive production method not found at other distilleries.
True to its name, SHINDO LAB., the distillery is experimental and research-oriented—a new path that still follows the classic tradition. It is truly a distillery that represents a new era of Japanese Whisky.
For more details on Shindo Distillery, please see this article.
7. Summary
This bottle features the “Triple Water wheel,” a motif that symbolizes the landscape of Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
The label also features the triple Water wheel, with a design that exudes a sense of luxury and meticulous attention to detail.
Its flavor is characterized by a smoky note derived from peat and a rich sweetness.
In particular, it is characterized by the bittersweetness of caramelized sugar and a creamy sweetness reminiscent of crème brûlée with its toasty, caramelized top. Added to this is a spicy nuance reminiscent of black pepper, which provides a pleasant accent to the flavor.
Sweetness, smokiness, and spice. The appeal of this Whisky lies in how these elements—each with its own distinct character—harmonize to form a single, cohesive flavor profile.
Just as three Water wheels work in tandem to keep water circulating, the distinct characteristics of different base spirits and barrels intertwine to create a new flavor profile.
Inspired by the terroir of Asakura and driven by Shindo Distillery’s spirit of exploration in craftsmanship, this is a bottle we hope you’ll savor slowly, taking in both of these elements.
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Lastly: Recommended Books on Japanese Whisky
If you want to learn more about Japanese whisky, which is a global trend, we highly recommend these books.
(1).Whisky Galore Vol.29 December 2021 issue
In the December 2021 issue of Whisky Galore, published by the Whisky Culture Research Institute, we report on 11 Japanese craft distilleries, including some that are open to the public for the first time, under the title of “Japanese Whisky Craft Frontline,” the first of three consecutive issues. Why did the popularity of Japanese whisky and the craft boom occur? We will examine with interviews. Chichibu Distillery / Chichibu No.2 Distillery / Mars Shinshu Distillery / Mars Tsunuki Distillery / Kanosuke Distillery / Hioki Distillery / Ontake Distillery / Osuzuyama Distillery / Kaikyo Distillery / Hanyu Distillery / Konosu Distillery
(2). Japanese Whisky as an Education for Business
This is a book written by Mamoru Tsuchiya, a world-famous whisky critic and representative of the Whisky Culture Research Institute, titled “Japanese Whisky as a Culture that Works for Business” .
The book covers the basics of whisky, the introduction of whisky to Japan, the birth of Japanese whisky, advertising strategies and the rise of Japanese whisky, and the current rise of craft distilleries. This is a book that summarizes Japanese whisky in a very easy to understand way.
(3). Whisky and I (Masataka Taketsuru)
Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of Nikka Whisky, devoted his life to brewing whisky in Japan. This is a revised and reprinted version of the autobiography of a man who simply loved whisky and talked about himself. The book vividly depicts the days when he went to Scotland alone to study as a young man and overcame many hardships to complete Japanese whisky, as well as his companion, Rita.
(4). A Letter of Challenge from a New Generation Distillery
Launching in 2019. With the world experiencing an unprecedented whisky boom, what were the managers of craft distilleries thinking and what were their thoughts as they took on the challenge of making whisky? This book tells the stories of 13 craft distillery owners, including Ichiro Hido of Venture Whisky, famous for his Ichirose Malt, who inspired the birth of craft distilleries in Japan.
(5). Whiskey Rising
This is the Japanese version of Whisky Risng, published in the US in 2016, with much updated content. Not only does it describe the history of Japanese whisky in detail, but it also includes data on all the distilleries in Japan, including the craft distilleries that have been founded in recent years. The book also includes descriptions of the legendary bottles that have been released, as well as information on bars where Japanese whisky can be found.
