Suntory Yamazaki 18 Year Old

The Suntory Yamazaki 18 Year Old is one of the most sought-after Japanese whiskies in the world. Crafted at Japan’s first and most celebrated malt whisky distillery, the Yamazaki 18 Year Old represents the pinnacle of Japanese whisky craftsmanship — a harmonious balance of rich sherry sweetness, deep oak tones, and refined maturity.

Aged for nearly two decades in a combination of American, Spanish, and Mizunara oak casks, this exceptional single malt delivers an unforgettable sensory experience marked by depth, balance, and sophistication.

Specifications

• Brand: Suntory

• Distillery: Yamazaki (Osaka Prefecture, Japan)

• Type: Single Malt Whisky

• Age Statement: 18 Years

• ABV: 43 %

• Volume: 700 ml

• Cask Type: American Oak, Spanish Sherry Oak, Mizunara Oak

• Color: Deep Amber

Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich aromas of dark chocolate, dried fruits, and sherry oak, with hints of coffee, smoke, and warm spice.
Palate: Full-bodied and velvety, offering layers of blackberry, raisin, toffee, and toasted oak, followed by gentle notes of Mizunara spice and vanilla.
Finish: Exceptionally long, elegant, and smooth — a lingering blend of sweet fruit, cocoa, and wood.

Flavor Profile Highlights

• Deep sherry influence with balanced sweetness

• Complex yet approachable mouthfeel

• Subtle spice and incense from rare Mizunara oak

• Silky, luxurious texture from extended aging

Why Choose Yamazaki 18 Year Old

• Multi-award-winning Japanese single malt recognized globally for excellence

• Perfectly balanced profile of sweetness, spice, and oak maturity

• Ideal for collectors and whisky connoisseurs

• A prestigious addition to any whisky collection or celebration

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its full complexity, or add a few drops of water to release the rich layers of fruit and oak. This whisky pairs beautifully with dark chocolate or fine cigars.