YAMAZAKI-18 YR (750ML)

Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Whisky

Single Malt Whisky | Japan (Yamazaki Distillery, Osaka Prefecture) | Aged 18 Years | Casks: American Oak, Spanish Sherry Butts, Japanese Mizunara Oak | 43% ABV (86 Proof)

Process & Profile

Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Whisky is matured over 18 years in a vault of diverse oak types—American white oak, Spanish sherry butts, and rare Japanese Mizunara oak. This multi-cask maturation, combined with Yamazaki’s classic stills and climate, creates a refined whisky of remarkable complexity and depth. The 43% ABV is designed to showcase balance and elegance rather than intensity.

Tasting Notes

• Color: Deep amber or mahogany

• Nose: Raisin, apricot, dark chocolate, café au lait, and Mizunara oak vanilla

• Palate: Blackberries, strawberry jam, dates, dried fruits, honeyed caramel, mixed with dark chocolate and gentle spice

• Finish: Long, smooth, spicy, and rich with lingering fruit and oak-derived warmth

What Makes It Special

• Flagship 18-year age-statement single malt from Suntory’s historic Yamazaki distillery

• Blends whiskies aged in three distinct oak types—American, Spanish sherry, and Japanese Mizunara—for layered complexity

• Celebrated globally with numerous awards and a reputation for elegance, balance, and maturity

• Coveted by collectors for both its craftsmanship and limited availability

How to Enjoy

Best served neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass to fully appreciate its aroma and layered flavors. A few drops of water can gently open its spice and fruit dimensions. Pair it with dark chocolate or dried fruits to complement its rich character.

FAQ

1. How is Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Whisky aged?
   Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Whisky is aged 18 years in a combination of American white oak, Spanish sherry butts, and Japanese Mizunara oak casks.

2. What is the ABV of Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Whisky?
   Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Whisky is bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof).

3. How does Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Whisky taste?
   Expect flavors of raisin, apricot, dark chocolate, strawberry jam, honey, dates, mixed with spice and Mizunara vanilla.

4. What makes Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Whisky unique?
   Its masterful blend of multi-cask aging, 18-year heritage, and award-winning depth make it one of Japan’s most iconic single malts.

5. How should Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Whisky be enjoyed?
   Enjoyed neat or with minimal water, in a proper dram glass; pairs beautifully with dark chocolate or dried fruit.