On the Palate

Smooth and creamy, with honeyed malt, ripe stone fruits, and a touch of spice. Layers of vanilla and roasted nuts add depth.

The Finish

Refined and rounded, with lingering orchard fruit, soft oak tannins, and a wisp of sandalwood.

 

About Yamazaki

Nestled at the foot of the serene Ōi Mountains in Kyoto, the Yamazaki Distillery, founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, stands as Japan’s first and most revered whisky distillery. Owned by the legendary whisky house Suntory, it draws on the pure, pristine waters of the surrounding mountains, which infuse its whiskies with an unmatched clarity and character. Yamazaki is celebrated for its delicate, multifaceted expressions, where the artful blending of fruit, oak, and soft smokiness creates a symphony of flavors. With casks of American oak, sherry, and rare Japanese Mizunara oak, Yamazaki has shaped the Japanese whisky industry, earning a cherished place in the hearts of whisky connoisseurs around the world.Suntory is the oldest whisky making company in Japan. Its origins stretch back to a small shop, started in 1899 by Torii Shinjiro, which specialized in selling imported wines.