{"title":"Whisky","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"spiritueux-yamazaki-12-year-old-japanese-single-malt-12-ans-70cl","title":"Spirits Whisky Yamazaki 12 Year Old Japanese Single Malt 12 Years 70cl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Yamazaki 12 Year Old Japanese Single Malt – iconic whisky with honeyed fruit, Mizunara spice, and a silky, complex finish. Japan’s first and most celebrated single malt.\" name=\"description\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Yamazaki 12, Yamazaki whisky, Japanese single malt, Suntory, Yamazaki 12 year old, premium whisky, Japan whisky\" name=\"keywords\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYamazaki 12 Year Old – Japanese Single Malt Whisky | 70cl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-meta\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suntory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAn Icon of Japanese Whisky Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki 12 Year Old\u003c\/strong\u003e is the flagship Japanese single malt that introduced the world to the elegance and precision of Japanese whisky-making. Produced at Japan’s first and most historic malt distillery, this whisky balances fruit purity, floral aromatics and subtle Mizunara oak complexity — a signature profile cherished by enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDistillery \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Suntory at the legendary Yamazaki distillery, founded in 1923, this single malt reflects nearly a century of meticulous whisky tradition. Nestled between mountains in a humid, misty microclimate, Yamazaki’s environment is ideal for slow maturation, developing deep complexity and aromatic finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaturation \u0026amp; Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whisky ages for 12 years in a combination of American oak, Spanish sherry casks and the rare Japanese Mizunara oak. Each type of wood contributes layers of flavor: American oak brings honey and fruit, sherry casks offer dried fruit richness, and Mizunara adds exotic spice and incense-like subtleties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nectarine, honey, apricot, soft floral notes and a hint of sandalwood from Mizunara oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky and balanced, offering peach, orange peel, coconut, vanilla and gentle spice. The mid-palate is smooth and rounded, with excellent clarity and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, elegant and slightly spicy, with lingering sweetness and subtle incense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Yamazaki 12?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Japanese single malt:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most influential whiskies in the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplex yet approachable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for both newcomers and seasoned collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A harmonious blend of American, sherry and Mizunara oak influence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncreasingly rare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited allocations worldwide make this a sought-after bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal neat, with a splash of water, or as a premium gift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors, Japanese whisky enthusiasts, premium gifting, and anyone seeking a refined single malt with both depth and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki 12 Year Old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki (Suntory)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70cl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCasks:\u003c\/strong\u003e American oak, Spanish sherry, Mizunara oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. (2) Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive a car or operate machinery, and may cause health problems.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52547038150995,"sku":"YAMAZAKI-12","price":271.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/7919\/3171\/files\/Spiritueux_Yamazaki_12_Year_Old_Japanese_Single_Malt_12_Ans_70cl.png?v=1765117453"},{"product_id":"spirits-yamazaki-18-year-old-japanese-single-malt-whisky-18-years-70cl","title":"Spirits Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky 18 Years 70cl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"Yamazaki 18 Year Old Japanese Single Malt – legendary, deep, and complex. A rare whisky aged in sherry and Mizunara oak with rich dark fruit and spice.\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"keywords\" content=\"Yamazaki 18, Yamazaki whisky, Japanese single malt, Suntory, Yamazaki 18 year old, premium whisky, luxury whisky, rare Japanese whisky\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYamazaki 18 Year Old – Japanese Single Malt Whisky | 70cl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-meta\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suntory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA World-Famous Icon of Japanese Whisky\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki 18 Year Old\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most celebrated and highly sought-after Japanese single malts ever released. With its signature \u003cstrong\u003esherry-cask richness\u003c\/strong\u003e, layered \u003cstrong\u003edark fruit intensity\u003c\/strong\u003e, and elegant \u003cstrong\u003eMizunara oak spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, it stands as a benchmark for luxury whisky worldwide. Crafted at Japan’s historic Yamazaki distillery, this masterpiece offers depth, refinement and an unmistakable Japanese identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDistillery Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by Suntory at the \u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e, Japan’s oldest malt whisky distillery (founded in 1923), this whisky reflects a century of artisanal expertise. The distillery’s humid, forest-surrounded microclimate creates ideal conditions for slow, transformative aging, especially in sherry and Mizunara casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaturation \u0026amp; Cask Influence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamazaki 18 matures predominantly in \u003cstrong\u003eSpanish sherry casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the whisky its signature notes of dark chocolate, dried fruits and warming spice. Complementing this richness is the rare \u003cstrong\u003eMizunara oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding hints of incense, sandalwood and delicate Japanese aromatics. Additional American oak brings balance and purity to the structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep amber with mahogany reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackberry, plum, raisin, cocoa, incense and sandalwood. Elegant layers of sherry richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety and concentrated, with black cherry, fig, dark chocolate, spice, leather, and subtle oak sweetness. Exceptional depth and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, complex and warming, with lingering cocoa, dried fruit and sophisticated wood spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Yamazaki 18?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorld-renowned prestige whisky\u003c\/strong\u003e with decades of critical acclaim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional sherry-cask influence\u003c\/strong\u003e for dark, rich, layered complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Mizunara oak character\u003c\/strong\u003e adding incense-like exotic notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtremely limited allocations\u003c\/strong\u003e and increasingly collectible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for investment, gifting or connoisseur-level tasting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors, luxury whisky enthusiasts, sophisticated gifting, rare whisky cellars and anyone seeking a benchmark Japanese single malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki 18 Year Old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki (Suntory)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70cl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly Spanish sherry casks · Mizunara oak · American oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. (2) Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive a car or operate machinery, and may cause health problems.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52547063447891,"sku":"YAMAZAKI-18","price":2100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/7919\/3171\/files\/Spiritueux_Yamazaki_18_Year_Old_Japanese_Single_Malt_18_Ans_70cl.png?v=1765117984"},{"product_id":"spirits-yamazaki-25-year-old-japanese-single-malt-whisky-25-years-70cl","title":"Spirits Yamazaki 25 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky 25 Years 70cl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Yamazaki 25 Year Old Japanese Single Malt – ultra-rare, deeply complex, sherry-rich masterpiece from Japan’s oldest distillery.\" name=\"description\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Yamazaki 25, Yamazaki 25 Year Old, Japanese whisky, Suntory, rare whisky, luxury Japanese whisky, collectible whisky\" name=\"keywords\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYamazaki 25 Year Old – Japanese Single Malt Whisky | 70cl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-meta\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suntory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAn Ultra-Rare Masterpiece of Japanese Whisky\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki 25 Year Old\u003c\/strong\u003e stands among the most legendary and elusive whiskies in the world. Crafted at the historic \u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e, this extraordinary single malt is famous for its profound \u003cstrong\u003esherry-cask depth\u003c\/strong\u003e, astonishing complexity and remarkable elegance. It is considered one of the pinnacle expressions of Japanese whisky craftsmanship, coveted by collectors and connoisseurs worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDistillery \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by \u003cstrong\u003eSuntory\u003c\/strong\u003e at Japan’s oldest malt distillery (founded in 1923), Yamazaki 25 is shaped by a unique, humid microclimate that enhances slow, dramatic cask evolution. Only a tiny fraction of the distillery’s oldest casks qualify for this prestigious release, making it both rare and iconic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCask Selection \u0026amp; Maturation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamazaki 25 matures in a selection of the distillery’s most prized \u003cstrong\u003eSpanish oak sherry casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, which impart intense layers of \u003cstrong\u003edark fruit, spice, leather and cocoa\u003c\/strong\u003e. Some components also derive from \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Mizunara oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, contributing exotic incense, sandalwood and temple-like aromatics. The result is a whisky of exceptional richness, depth and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep mahogany with ruby and ebony highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black cherry, dried plum, fig, old leather, rich cocoa, incense and polished wood. Profound sherry intensity with Mizunara elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opulent and velvety. Notes of blackberry compote, dark chocolate, espresso, spice, antique oak, cedar oil and subtle sandalwood warmth. Magnificently layered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely long, complex and contemplative, with lingering dried fruit, cacao bitterness, tobacco leaf and exotic wood spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy Yamazaki 25?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the world’s rarest Japanese whiskies\u003c\/strong\u003e with exceptionally limited production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfound sherry-cask richness\u003c\/strong\u003e and legendary depth of flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMizunara oak influence\u003c\/strong\u003e adding signature Japanese character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector-grade prestige\u003c\/strong\u003e with strong global demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for investment, luxury gifting or elite whisky collections.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerious collectors, high-end whisky investors, refined gifting, rare whisky merchants, and connoisseurs seeking one of the most prestigious Japanese whiskies ever bottled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki 25 Year Old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki (Suntory)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70cl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish oak sherry casks · Mizunara oak · American oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. (2) Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive a car or operate machinery, and may cause health problems.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52547071574355,"sku":"YAMAZAKI-25","price":8161.56,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/7919\/3171\/files\/SpiritsYamazaki25YearOldJapaneseSingleMaltWhisky25Years70cl.png?v=1765118378"},{"product_id":"spiritueux-yamazaki-55-year-old-japanese-single-malt-55-ans-70cl","title":"Spirits Yamazaki 55 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky 55 Years 70cl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Yamazaki 55 Year Old – the rarest Japanese single malt ever released. An extraordinary, ultra-limited masterpiece from Suntory, aged in Mizunara and American oak.\" name=\"description\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Yamazaki 55, Yamazaki 55 Year Old, Suntory, rare whisky, Japanese whisky, luxury whisky, collectible whisky, Yamazaki single malt\" name=\"keywords\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYamazaki 55 Year Old – Japanese Single Malt Whisky | 70cl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-meta\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suntory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Oldest \u0026amp; Rarest Japanese Whisky Ever Released\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki 55 Year Old\u003c\/strong\u003e stands as the \u003cstrong\u003emost legendary and coveted Japanese whisky in history\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bottled in extremely limited numbers, it represents a once-in-a-lifetime creation spanning over half a century of craftsmanship at Japan’s oldest distillery. A true cultural treasure, this whisky unites \u003cstrong\u003eMizunara oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican white oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Suntory’s philosophy of timeless precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistilled in the early 1960s by Suntory’s founders and matured for decades in precious historic casks, Yamazaki 55 embodies an era of Japanese whisky never to be replicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamazaki 55 traces its origin to two rare batches: a 1960 distillation matured in \u003cstrong\u003eMizunara oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a 1964 distillation aged in \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican white oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. These casks were stewarded for decades through several generations of master blenders—including Shinjiro Torii’s successors—before reaching their moment of perfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach release is a tribute to Japan’s whisky legacy, meticulously blended to honor tradition, purity, and the natural aging environment of the Yamazaki region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCask Evolution \u0026amp; Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whisky matured for over half a century in a combination of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMizunara oak\u003c\/strong\u003e – delivering incense, sandalwood, temple-like aromas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican white oak\u003c\/strong\u003e – adding vanilla, fruit, and deep sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unprecedented aging period results in a spirit of extraordinary depth, richness, and spiritual elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep amber with garnet reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich old oak, sandalwood, Japanese incense, dried apricot, fig, leather, and subtle smoke. A meditative perfume of age and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky, concentrated and multi-layered. Notes of black cherry, plum liqueur, dark chocolate, resin, antique wood, incense and warm spices. Exceptionally balanced despite immense age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, profound and noble. A lingering tapestry of dried fruit, sandalwood, Mizunara spice and gentle smoke. A finish measured not in seconds, but in minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy Yamazaki 55?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe rarest and oldest Japanese whisky ever bottled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtremely limited production\u003c\/strong\u003e with global collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric cask origins\u003c\/strong\u003e dating back to the 1960s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMasterpiece blending\u003c\/strong\u003e by successive generations of Suntory blenders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInvestment-grade prestige\u003c\/strong\u003e with exceptional appreciation potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA cultural icon\u003c\/strong\u003e and one of the most coveted spirits on earth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElite collectors, rare whisky investors, connoisseurs of Japanese craftsmanship, museum-level spirits collections, and high-end gifting of unparalleled prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki 55 Year Old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamazaki (Suntory)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70cl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mizunara oak · American white oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly limited, global allocation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. 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