Haku Vodka, produced by Suntory in Japan, is made from white rice. After distillation, it is filtered through bamboo charcoal. Its name, "Haku," means "white" in Japanese, referencing its main ingredient.
Ultimately, the muddy beginning and slightly too sweet conclusion are a bit at odds with one another, and the vodka never really braces the palate the way a top shelf vodka should.
The Haku Vodka has a soft, appealing texture that envelops the palate, along with a slightly starchy and sweet flavor. It lingers with a pleasant, peppery tingle.