YAMAZAKI 18 YEAR OLD LIMITED EDITION
The Yamazaki distillery’s location on the outskirts of Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto offers pure waters, diversity of climate and high humidity – the ideal environment for the maturation of good whisky. Thus its whisky’s signature multi-layered taste, which is highly praised by whisky connoisseurs all over the world. Today, Yamazaki is not only the “number-one” single malt whisky in Japan, but is also enjoyed in more than 25 countries. An award winning Japanese single malt, Yamazaki’s legendary 18 year old earned a multiple awards.
Whisky Origin: Japan
Age: 18 Years
Strength: 43.0{9f9a95141bfe9e5f383ea4df39f1caa5abd27fb5e01f0aa30b6f82f80671ecb1}
Volume: 70cl
Tasting Notes
Nose: Quite thick and resinous, there is a pleasant oiliness with zesty citrus and peels and a hint of sherry. Plenty of oak and orchard fruits
Palate: A medium-body with green notes and an earthen note, plenty of wood resin and a floral character with zest and sherried peels
Finish: Smooth long length with fruit and zest
Awards
Gold Medal
International Spirits Challenge 2007, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014
ISC Trophy
International Spirits Challenge 2012
Best Other Whisky
San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2011, 2012, 2015
Double Gold
San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2005, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
IWSC Trophy
International Wine & Spirits Competition 2012