The Yamazaki Limited Edition 2023 is an annual limited release single malt from Suntory's Yamazaki distillery, produced using malt whiskies matured in Japanese Mizunara oak casks. It is bottled at 43% ABV.
Yamazaki, founded by Suntory in 1923 on the outskirts of Kyoto, is Japan's first malt whisky distillery, and its limited editions are among the most sought-after releases in Japanese whisky. The Limited Edition series showcases a different facet of the distillery each year, and the 2023 release celebrates Mizunara, the rare Japanese oak prized for its incense and spice.
Fruit and spice lead on the nose and palate, with pineapple, orange peel and nutmeg, followed by coconut, honey, ginger and a light touch of smoke.
The bottle is presented in a wooden-effect box illustrated with barrels, a fitting tribute to the cask craft behind it. It is a superb gift and a fine addition to any Japanese whisky collection.
Mizunara is famously difficult to work with, and whiskies that showcase it are prized by collectors around the world. The oak is slow-growing and porous, which makes casks hard to build, but the incense-like aromas it imparts are unlike any other wood. Enjoy it neat or with a little chilled water, in the Japanese mizuwari style.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Pineapple, orange peel and nutmeg.
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Palate: Coconut, honey and ginger.
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Finish: A light touch of smoke.
Specifications
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Producer: Suntory, Yamazaki Distillery
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Style: Japanese Single Malt Whisky
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Expression / Batch: Limited Edition 2023
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Proof / ABV: 86 proof (43% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: Japanese Mizunara oak casks
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Region: Yamazaki, Osaka, Japan
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Size: 700ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve it neat, or with a splash of chilled water. It pairs with grilled fish, tropical fruit or coconut desserts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is special about the 2023 Limited Edition?
It is built around malt whiskies matured in Japanese Mizunara oak.
Is it an annual release?
Yes. Yamazaki releases a different Limited Edition each year.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 43% ABV, or 86 proof.
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