{"product_id":"hui-shou-zhi-fu-ichiro-s-malt-hanyu-1991-2000-single-cask-whisky-yi-zhi-lang-yu-sheng-zheng-liu-suo-dan-tong-wei-shi-ji-zhi-fu-wei-shi-ji-xiang-gang-hui-shou-jia","title":"of Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 1991 \u0026 2000 Single Cask Whisky (Hong Kong buyback price) Buyback","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHanyu 1991 and 2000 Single Casks: Two Cask Numbers, Witnessing the Last Glimpse of a Closed Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIchiro's Malt Hanyu 1991 and 2000 Single Cask whiskies both originate from the legendary, now-closed Hanyu Distillery. Both are single cask, cask strength bottlings, from the vintages of 1991 and 2000 respectively, with the latter being a batch from the eve of the distillery's closure in the millennium. In global collecting circles, Hanyu single casks have always been regarded as \"highly liquid collectibles,\" representing an irreplaceable page in the history of Japanese whisky. For sellers who simultaneously hold these two cask numbers, this is a rare set of negotiating chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Legacy of Hanyu and Ichiro\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHanyu Distillery, located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan, was founded in 1941 by Isouji Akuto of the Akuto family and ceased operations in 2000. After the distillery closed, Ichiro Akuto, a descendant of the family, salvaged the remaining inventory of raw spirits, bottling them cask by cask as limited edition single malts. He later founded Venture Whisky and the now-famous Chichibu Distillery. These two 1991 and 2000 single cask whiskies are a testament to this legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHanyu 1991 and 2000 Single Cask Specification Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Parameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIchiro's Malt Hanyu 1991\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIchiro's Malt Hanyu 2000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e1991\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e2000 (Eve of millennium closure)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e#1386\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e#531\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol By Volume (ABV)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e54.1% (Cask Strength)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e58.5% (Cask Strength)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLabel Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlue-purple checkered background, classic \"Ichiro\" calligraphy.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eReddish-brown checkered background, classic \"Ichiro\" calligraphy.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBackground Positioning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eThe robust side of early 90s Hanyu style.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLast batch of raw spirits before closure, highly historically significant.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Identification for Collectors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCask #1386, single cask, old Hanyu.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCask #531, closure year, millennium edition.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Hanyu Single Casks Have Appreciation Potential\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHanyu has consistently maintained high prices in the Japanese whisky secondary market, backed by three overlapping reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eIrreplaceable closure\u003c\/b\u003e: Hanyu ceased distillation in 2000, meaning circulated bottles are \"one less with each consumed.\" This resource characteristic directly supports its secondary market transaction price.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe legendary status of Ichiro\u003c\/b\u003e: The history of salvaging raw spirits and founding Chichibu makes Hanyu single casks with \"Ichiro\" calligraphy particularly valued in the collecting narrative.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eNon-mass-producible single casks\u003c\/b\u003e: The flavor and outturn of each cask are unique and cannot be replicated, which in itself guarantees scarcity for buyers seeking rare collectibles.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFour Factors Affecting Hanyu Single Cask Resale Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription and Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpact on Price\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFill Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCheck for spirit evaporation; between the shoulder and neck of the bottle is ideal.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSignificantly low fill levels will reduce the resale price.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall Condition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eIs the label intact, free of stains, and tears? Is the seal intact?\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eExcellent condition can command a higher market premium.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompleteness of Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eAre the original box, instructions, or numbered certificates retained?\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eComplete accessories are generally more valued by the market than bare bottles.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarket Trend\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCurrent auction popularity for the specific vintage and cask number.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eClosed distillery whiskies like Hanyu and Karuizawa can have volatile prices; we quote based on real-time market data.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVerification Steps Before Hanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask Transaction\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eClearly view Hanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask photos first\u003c\/b\u003e: Take clear photos of the front, back label, fill level, seal, and box\/certificate. Send them via WhatsApp to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e. The approximate price can usually be determined from these photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid Hanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask being valued as a regular edition\u003c\/b\u003e: After receiving the photos, first check if the Hanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask is original and unopened. Then, based on how buyers assess the playing cards, vintage, cask number, and label preservation, a price will be set. Avoid rough estimates based solely on the whisky name.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eHanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask transaction arrangement\u003c\/b\u003e: If you cannot come to the store, an on-site verification can be arranged for the Hanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask. Once the version and condition are confirmed, payment will be completed on the spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon Details Buyers Ask About Hanyu 1991-2000 Single Casks\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: I don't have time to visit the store. Can the Hanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask be valued based on photos first?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. If the photos are clear, we can already distinguish the version and approximate price. The physical item will be re-verified before the actual transaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why can the valuation for #1386 and #531 be vastly different, even if they are both Hanyu?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The value of single cask whiskies is highly dependent on the specific cask number: vintages, original cask strength, outturn, and flavors vary, as does market demand for individual cask numbers. We quote by comparing each item against market trends and do not generalize by series name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: There are Hanyu counterfeits on the market. How do you ensure authenticity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hanyu commands high market prices, and counterfeits indeed exist. When quoting, we verify label details, cask number markings, and seal condition, and cross-reference auction records to determine authenticity, helping sellers achieve a true market value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do you accept bare bottles without an outer box or receipts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, we do. Bare bottles still have a market, though their price will be adjusted slightly compared to complete sets. If the outer box, booklet, or numbered certificate is retained, the valuation will be significantly higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have a Hanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask you wish to sell, please take photos of the bottle, back label, fill level, and box\/certificate and send them to WhatsApp 46135750. The more complete the information, the closer the quote will be to the actual transaction price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask Similar Series Market Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore selling, you may also compare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-zhi-fu-2012-dan-tong-chichibu-2012-single-caskqian-cao-bai-lu-zhi-wu-wei-shi-ji-zhi-fu-wei-shi-ji-hui-shou-jia\"\u003eChichibu 2012 Single Cask\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-zhi-fu-52xi-falsezhi-fu-xi-lie-di-ban-zhi-fu-2010-pxxue-li-tong-dan-tong-wei-shi-ji-shou-gou-chichibu-2010-single-cask\"\u003eChichibu 52 Seats of Bliss Series First Edition Chichibu 2010 PX Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-zhi-fu-dan-tong-shi-jie-hun-he-wei-shi-ji-dong-jing-li-zi-qia-er-dun-jiu-dian-xian-ding-ichiro-s-malt-grainxi-lie-wei-shi-ji-hui-shou-xiang-gang-gao-jia-shou-jiu\"\u003eChichibu Single Cask World Blended Whisky Tokyo Ritz-Carlton Limited Edition | Ichiro’s\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven for Chichibu and Hanyu, different vintages, labels, and cask types directly affect valuation. Before selling, it's worth cross-referencing the version:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%A7%A9%E7%88%B6-%E5%8D%83%E9%B3%A5%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003eICHIRO Chichibu Chidori Series Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6ichiros-malt-2010-%E7%A7%A9%E7%88%B6%E5%96%AE%E6%A1%B6-%E6%A9%9F%E5%A0%B4%E9%99%90%E5%AE%9A%E7%89%88%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C-%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C%E5%83%B9%E6%A0%BC%E6%9F%A5%E8%A9%A2-%E5%A8%81%E4%BB%95%E4%B8%96%E5%BF%8C%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%B6%B2\"\u003eIchiro's Malt 2010 Chichibu Single Cask Airport Limited Edition Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%A7%A9%E7%88%B6-ichiro-%E6%B8%85%E8%A3%A1%E8%8A%AD%E8%95%BE%E8%88%9E%E5%9C%98-29%E9%80%B1%E5%B9%B4%E9%99%90%E5%AE%9A%E7%89%88%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C-%E5%B0%88%E6%A5%AD%E6%94%B6%E8%B3%BC%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E8%AA%BF%E5%92%8C%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C-%E5%A8%81%E4%BB%95%E4%B8%96%E5%BF%8C%E6%94%B6%E9%85%92%E7%B6%B2\"\u003eChichibu \/ Ichiro's Malt Kiyosato Ballet Company 29th Anniversary Limited Edition Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%A7%A9%E7%88%B6-%E9%81%8A%E6%88%B2\"\u003eICHIRO Chichibu Game Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E7%A7%A9%E7%88%B6%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6-%E5%A8%81%E4%BB%95%E4%B8%96%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eChichibu Whisky Resale Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFurther Market Information for Hanyu 1991-2000 Single Cask\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about market trends for other vintages and versions of Chichibu and Hanyu, please browse \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E7%A7%A9%E7%88%B6%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003ethe latest Chichibu resale prices\u003c\/a\u003e, or refer to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Resale Overview\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also explore the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46080034996441,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/Ichiro_sMaltHanyu1991_2000SingleCaskWhisky.png?v=1730356909","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/of-ichiro-s-malt-hanyu-1991-and-2000-single-cask-whisky-hong-kong-buyback-price-buyback","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}