Yamazaki 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition
- Distillery
- Yamazaki
- Region
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 48%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £1999
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Tobacco, Toasted
- Description
- Yamazaki's 18-year-old represents Japan's pioneering approach to whisky maturation, with mizunara oak casks providing the defining character of this 100th anniversary release. The rare Japanese oak imparts distinctive sandalwood, incense, and spice notes alongside subtle fruit and creamy vanilla derived from extended aging. The palate is complex and meditative, with layers that unfold gradually and a clean, perfumed finish. A contemplative dram for those seeking something beyond conventional Scotch profiles.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Yamazaki 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition is a 18-year-old single malt from Yamazaki (Japan), bottled at 48% ABV. Expect oaky, subtly sweet and gentle spice character — old wood, tobacco, toasted. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Yamazaki's 18-year-old represents Japan's pioneering approach to whisky maturation, with mizunara oak casks providing the defining character of this 100th anniversary release. The rare Japanese oak imparts distinctive sandalwood, incense, and spice notes alongside subtle fruit and creamy vanilla derived from extended aging. The palate is complex and meditative, with layers that unfold gradually and a clean, perfumed finish. A contemplative dram for those seeking something beyond conventional Scotch profiles.
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