Yamazaki 18 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whiskey

A luxurious and deeply complex whisky, the 18-year-old Yamazaki showcases layers of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and subtle spice. Aged in a combination of American, Spanish, and Japanese oak casks, it offers a velvety texture and a lingering finish, making it a favorite among discerning whisky collectors.

94/100

Superior Gold - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2024, Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition
Gold - Tasting Awards, Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2023, International Spirits Challenge
Gold - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2023, Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition
Gold - Tasting Awards, Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2022, International Spirits Challenge
Superior Gold - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2022, Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition
Category Winner - Japanese Whiskey Single Malt / 13-20 Years, Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2022, Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition
Gold - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2021, International Spirits Challenge
Superior Gold - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2021, Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition
Gold - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2020, International Spirits Challenge
Gold - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2020, Tokyo Whisky & Spirits Competition

Flavor Profile: Luxurious and complex with flavors of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and toasted oak.

Pairs Well With:
Food: Roasted duck, truffle dishes, or nut-based desserts.
Occasions: Great for collectors, luxury tastings, or celebratory events.

Yamazaki is Japan’s oldest and most iconic whisky distillery, founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, the founder of Suntory. Known for producing exceptional single malts, Yamazaki is renowned for its rich, complex flavors, which are the result of meticulous craftsmanship and the use of high-quality ingredients. The Yamazaki 12 Year Old is particularly beloved for its harmonious balance of sweet, fruity, and spicy notes, with hints of oak and subtle smokiness. Yamazaki whiskies are considered a symbol of Japanese whisky excellence, appreciated by collectors and connoisseurs alike.