Crafted with premium grains sourced from local farmers in Japan and meticulous artistry, our secret lies in the ingenious Sato Still. Founded in 1905 in Miyazaki Prefecture, the Sato distillery sits majestically on the banks of the Hourigawa River where the water is sourced deep below the surface, under layers of granite that act as a filter, providing amazing clarity and taste. The varied climate features cold winters and hot, humid summers, which accelerates the aging process and produce unique flavor profiles.
The Sato Shiki Barrel Pick Program offers select partners the rare opportunity to acquire a cask of Japanese whisky and present it under a fully customized secondary label—highlighting the story, craftsmanship, and provenance of the barrel.
Each barrel selection is guided by the Sato Shiki team and crafted for collectors, luxury accounts, and prestige programs.
CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
OPTION 1: U.S. BARREL SAMPLE SELECTION
Select Your Barrel from the U.S.
A curated set of barrel samples is shipped to the United States for private evaluation. Buyers select their preferred barrel based on flavor profile, age, and wood type—without international travel.
Includes:
Barrel samples shipped to the U.S. for selection
Single-barrel allocation of Sato Shiki whisky
Customized secondary label featuring:
Barrel number
Age statement
Wood type
Selection date
Buyer name or brand (approved)
Minimum Commitment:
50 cases minimum (single SKU)
OPTION 2: DISTILLERY BARREL SELECTION IN JAPAN
Select Your Barrel at the Source
Travel to Japan for an immersive, once-in-a-lifetime experience hosted by the Sato Shiki Master Distiller, Taichi Seki. Hand-select your barrel with Taichi’s guidance, directly from the aging warehouse and experience Japanese whisky culture firsthand.
Includes (for buyer + one guest):
All expenses paid once in Japan (flights to Japan not included)
Private transportation to and from the distillery
Guided distillery and warehouse tour
Barrel selection with the Master Distiller
Hotel accommodations
Curated meals and entertainment
Single-barrel allocation of Sato Shiki whisky
Fully customized secondary label featuring:
Barrel number
Age statement
Wood type
Selection date
Buyer name or brand (approved)
Minimum Commitment:
50 cases minimum (single SKU)
Plus a minimum purchase of Sato Shiki age-statement products