Yamazaki 18 Years is an exceptional Japanese single malt that has rested for nearly two decades in carefully selected sherry and ex-bourbon casks. This prolonged maturation in the unique climate of the Yamazaki valley imparts a deep, ruby-like color and a very complex aroma. On the nose sweet vanilla, spicy cardamom and warming cinnamon meet floral hints of hibiscus, while nuances of apple compote and stewed pears provide elegance. The flavor palette is rich and full: manuka honey and oak form the base, complemented by caramelized peaches, hibiscus tea, raspberry jam, apple caramel and a touch of white pepper. The finish is long and layered, with notes of caramel, poached fruit and a delicate tannic structure that slowly fades. Because the distillery uses different cask types, a perfect balance arises between the sweet influence of sherry and the spicy, floral notes of Japanese Mizunara oak. Production of Yamazaki 18 is limited and the annual releases are very much coveted by collectors. This expression is often awarded in international competitions thanks to its harmony of fruit, spice and oak. Enjoy it neat on a special occasion and pair it with dark chocolate or dried fruit to make the flavor profile shine. A must for every serious whisky lover – let yourself be carried away by the layers that reveal themselves with each sip.
| Category: |
Single Malt whisky from Japan |
| Distillery: |
The Yamazaki |
| Bottling serie: |
18 Years Old |
| Extra information: |
Single Malt Japanese Whisky |
| Extra information: |
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| Bottler: |
Distillery bottling |
| Age: |
18 Years Old |
| Vintage: |
- |
| Bottled in: |
2025 (Estimated) |
| Cask type: |
- |
| Cask number: |
- |
| Strength: |
43% |
| Size: |
700 ml (70 cl) |
| Total produced bottles: |
Approx. 10.000 bottles have been made worldwide |
| Bottle number: |
- |
| Included original case: |
Yes, including the luxury rise paper case |
| Condition: |
The bottle and case are in nearly perfect condition (new) |
| Good investment: |
Yes and drinkable |
| Expert rating: |
94/100 |
| Extra information: |
A unique and hard-to-find 18 YO whisky from the Yamazaki distillery! |
| --------------------------- |
| 21% VAT: |
Price is excl. VAT |
| Buy VAT-free? |
Customers from outside the EU can buy VAT-free and companies within EU companies with valid VAT number |
| Gift: |
Please select 'Special gift paper' above this page |
| Insured shipment: |
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