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Suntory Whisky was founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii. For over three generations, Suntory's master blenders have devoted themselves to pursuing the harmony of Japanese nature and craftsmanship. Shaped through masterful technique and served with a reverence for Japanese omotenashi, Suntory whiskies are among the most awarded and admired in the world. Yamakazi is the pioneer of single malt Japanese whisky, born in Japan's first and oldest malt distillery. Established in 1923 by Suntory's founder Shinjiro Torii, the Yamakazi Distillery is the birthplace of Japanese whisky. Nestled proudly on the periphery of Kyoto, in a region formerly known as "Minaseno," Yamakazi is renowned for its soft waters. This incomparable quality, combined with Yamakazi's unique misty climate of varying temperature and humidity, provides the ideal conditions for making whisky. Here, its artisans pursue their founder's legacy through the art of "Tsukuriwake" -- the diversity in the making. Diverse fermentation, distillation and maturation techniques create the blending opportunities that are essential to achieving the signature subtle, refined and complex taste that is the Yamakazi Single Malt Japanese Whisky. Deep and multi-layered, Yamakazi is embraced as the authority of single malt Japanese whisky from the award winning House of Suntory Whisky. Tasting Notes: Color: Gold Nose: Strawberry, cherry, Mizunara (Japanese oak) Palate: Raspberry, white peach, touch of coconut Finish: Sweet vanilla, clean finish with hint of cinnamon
| Alcohol by Volume | 43.0% |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| UPC | 080686004936 |
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Critic reviews and blind-tasting competition results for this bottle.
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A fragrant blend of polished oak and apple jam, … The palate bursts with sweet fruitiness and creamy vanilla sauce, balanced by gentle oak spice. It closes on a clean, woody note with hints of barley and pastry.
On the nose, there are citrus notes along with a a slight hint of pretzel, with a little air, hints of pineapple develop. On the palate, crème brûlée, tropical fruit notes and a subtle spiciness comes through on the finish.
Complex on the nose with banana chips, peanut, salt, coconut and marzipan. On the palate, cherry tobacco in the elegant structure. Fine peppery aromas on the finish.
Complex nose with cedar, dates and subtle honey notes. Spicy-dry palate with tarragon, wild thyme and fennel. Full drive on the finish with a touch of Mizunara aromatics.
A splendid nose shows notes of Yamazaki's signature berries with subtle floral notes and tropical fruits. … A delightful finish of vanilla, custard cream and Christmas spices.
Vanilla, caramel, dry oak, substantial barley, with a hint of fruit in the background. White peach, ginger, cloves on the palate. The subtle balance of peat is excellent. Rich aroma, fresh fruit, spice and oily on the finish.
Vanilla, caramel, dry oak, substantial barley, with a hint of fruit in the background. White peach, ginger, cloves on the palate. The subtle balance of peat is excellent. Rich aroma, fresh fruit, spice and oily on the finish.
5 medals from 3 competitions, 2014 to 2026.
How strongly each flavor family shows up across 9 notes from 5 publications, weighted by source.
The Yamazaki Distiller's Reserve against other Japanese whiskies we carry. Closer dots taste more alike.
Closest Japanese whiskies at a similar price: Kujira 15 Year Old ($269.96), Hakata 18 Year Old Sherry Cask ($199.98), and Kaiyo Cask Strength ($129.98).
Each whisky's place on the map, from 0 to 10.
| Whisky | Rich | Smoky | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Yamazaki Distiller's Reserve (this bottle) | 6.2 | 1.5 | $149.96 |
| Kujira 15 Year Old | 6.3 | 1.6 | $269.96 |
| Hibiki 17 Year Old | 6.1 | 2.1 | $899.96 |
| Hakata 18 Year Old Sherry Cask | 5.5 | 1.6 | $199.98 |
| Kaiyo Cask Strength | 5.5 | 1.4 | $129.98 |
| Nikka Coffey Malt | 5.7 | 2.1 | $74.98 |
| Shibui 10 Year Old Pure Malt | 7.0 | 2.1 | $179.98 |
| The Yamazaki 18 Year Old Mizunara | 4.8 | 1.0 | $3,999.96 |
| Shibui 18 Year Old Single Grain Sherry Cask | 5.0 | 0.3 | $349.96 |
| The Yamazaki 18 Year Old | 6.1 | 3.3 | $899.96 |
| Kujira 5 Year Old | 5.0 | 0.0 | $89.98 |
| The Yamazaki 12 Year Old | 4.7 | 2.7 | $189.96 |
| Shinobu 15 Year Old Mizunara Oak Finish Pure Malt | 6.0 | 3.5 | $199.96 |
| Yamato Small Batch | 4.4 | 0.0 | $75.98 |
| Hibiki Blossom Harmony | 3.8 | 1.4 | $399.96 |
| Kaiyo Japanese Whisky | 4.0 | 2.8 | $79.98 |
| Hibiki 21 Year Old | 6.0 | 4.1 | $899.96 |
| Nikka Days | 3.6 | 1.7 | $62.98 |
| The Hakushu 18 Year Old | 5.2 | 4.4 | $1,299.96 |
| Hibiki Japanese Harmony | 2.9 | 2.1 | $99.97 |
| The Hakushu 18 Year Old Peated Malt | 4.8 | 4.7 | $3,999.96 |
| Kikori | 3.0 | 0.0 | $49.97 |
| The Hakushu 12 Year Old | 3.8 | 4.1 | $199.96 |
| Suntory Toki | 2.2 | 2.5 | $39.97 |
| Nikka Miyagikyo Single Malt | 3.0 | 4.2 | $149.96 |
Flavor scores are our estimates. A flavor scores higher when more critics mention it and when they describe it more strongly, so no single review sets the result. They are not a rating from any publication.