Yamazaki 18 Years Old

A revered icon in Japanese whisky, Yamazaki 18 Years Old exemplifies the harmony and depth that have come to define Suntory’s flagship single malt. Aged in a delicate balance of American, Spanish, and Japanese Mizunara oak, this multi-award-winning expression captures the subtle elegance of Japan’s whisky tradition with profound richness and textural complexity.

Crafted at Japan’s oldest malt distillery, nestled in the misty hills of Kyoto’s outskirts, Yamazaki 18 is a whisky that speaks in quiet depth—layered, contemplative, and remarkably composed.

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Deep and fragrant. Aromas of dark berries, old leather, and dried apricot are wrapped in incense, sandalwood, and aromatic spice. A gentle whisper of Mizunara oak weaves through with elegance.

Palate: Rich and velvety. Notes of blackberry compote, black tea, and sherried plum unfold alongside cocoa nibs, clove, and roasted chestnut. The interplay of oak types creates a supple, seamless texture.

Finish: Long and lingering. Echoes of dark chocolate, cinnamon bark, and smoke-kissed wood drift into notes of antique oak and subtle fig.

Yamazaki 18 Years Old is more than a classic—it is a meditative experience in balance, reverence, and the art of patient maturation. A definitive expression of Japanese whisky mastery.