Yamazaki 18 Year & 18 Year Limited Edition Bundle
Size: 750 ml
Proof: 86 to 99
Created: Yamazaki Distillery
Included In This Collection: Yamazaki 18 Year & 18 Year Limited Edition Bundle
- Aged 18 Years
- Aged In 3 Casks
- Aged In American Oak, Spanish & Japanese
Taste
Yamazaki 18 Year is a highly collectible single malt whiskey which has been aged eighteen years. It spends 80% of its time maturing in Sherry casks instead of white oak like the twelve year, which imparts a richer and more complex tasting profile. The nose on this one is bright with bursts of zesty citrus peel, mingled with a hint of Sherry. On the palate awakens you with bold notes of oak and orchard fruits, and wood resin. the finish is luxurious with subtle hints of florals, and lingering notes of sherried dried peels.
Yamazaki 18 Year Limited Edition is a highly collectible single malt whiskey which has been aged Eighteen Years and is matured in Mizunara oak and American oak casks, to honor the Suntory Whisky's centenary. It really show cases the Mizunara Casks which is said to "enhance" the single malt whisky with its distinctive Japanese character. The nose on this one is mellow with light fruity aromas. The palate is fragrant with fruity notes and winter spice. The finish is long, spicy and smooth.
History
Yamazaki 18 Year & 18 Year Limited Edition Bundle are single malt whiskeys which are produced at the Yamazaki Distillery in Japan. The Yamazaki Distillery was established in 1923 as the first commercial whisky distillery. It is owned by Suntory whose founder Shinjiro Torii was inspired by Scottish whisky and set out to create his own Japanese inspired in different terrain and climate conditions. Suntory is now a world-famous brand that is known for producing quality, technique, and sophistication. This single malt has even been awarded the Master status at the Global Gin Masters from (2015 to 2019).
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