Rare whisky duo launch

Two rare Japanese whiskies are set to hit UK shores this autumn. Both are available only as limited editions at around £70 to £80 a bottle.

Yamazaki: £70 to £80 a bottle

The non-age Yamazaki Puncheon single malt has been aged in American white oak and is non-chill filtered.

It is said to have aromas of red berries and sweet red berries on the palate.

The second, Hakushu single malt, is heavily peated and was distilled at the Suntory-owned Hakushu distillery.

Aromas include carbolic soap and in the mouth it is said to be salty and smoky.