Yamazaki Distillers Reserve Whisky

A vibrant and well-balanced Japanese whisky with notes of red berries, white peach, and coconut. Its smooth and approachable profile makes it an excellent introduction to Yamazaki’s distinguished range.

93/100

Gold - Tasting Awards, Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2022, International Spirits Challenge
Silver - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2017, International Spirits Challenge
Silver - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2016, International Spirits Challenge
Silver - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2015, International Spirits Challenge
Silver - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2014, International Spirits Challenge
World's Best Single Malt Whisky - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2011, World Whiskies Awards
Best Japanese Single Malt Whisky - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2011, World Whiskies Awards
Best Japanese Single Malt Whisky 21 Years and Over - Non-Vintage, Awarded: 2011, World Whiskies Awards

Flavor Profile: Elegant and refined with flavors of red berries, coconut, and light oak.

Pairs Well With:
Food: Grilled fish, creamy cheeses, or berry tarts.
Occasions: Great for Japanese dinners, refined tastings, or relaxed evenings.

Yamazaki Distillery is Japan’s first and oldest whisky distillery, founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, the founder of Suntory. Located in the scenic Yamazaki Valley, it is renowned for producing some of the finest and most celebrated single malt whiskies in the world. Yamazaki whiskies are crafted with a blend of various cask types, including American oak, sherry, and Mizunara oak, which impart rich flavors of honey, fruit, spice, and a delicate smokiness. Its iconic expressions like Yamazaki 12 Year Old and Yamazaki 18 Year Old have earned global acclaim for their complexity, depth, and smoothness, making Yamazaki a staple in the world of premium whisky.