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Yamazaki 12Y

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Elegant. Complex. Deeply Revered.
High on the slopes of the Japanese mountains, where mist drifts through dense forests and crystal streams feed the purest water, the Yamazaki Distillery crafts a whisky that has become the benchmark for Japanese single malts. The Yamazaki 12-Year-Old is a story of patience, precision, and devotion — a whisky that encapsulates decades of meticulous craftsmanship and the very spirit of Japanese artistry.

Distilled from carefully selected malted barley and aged primarily in ex-bourbon, sherry, and Japanese oak casks, this 12-year-old expression is celebrated worldwide for its balance and elegance. The long maturation nurtures layers of dried fruit, honeyed malt, and subtle spice, while the gentle influence of Mizunara oak adds whispers of incense and sandalwood, creating a multi-dimensional tasting experience that is as sophisticated as it is approachable.

For whisky lovers in Ireland, Yamazaki 12Y offers a rare opportunity to explore the origins of Japanese single malt excellence. Each sip is a journey through time and place, reflecting the harmony of nature, craft, and tradition that defines Japanese whisky.

Why we love it:
A symbol of Japanese whisky mastery, Yamazaki 12 offers a graceful, multi-dimensional drinking experience that lingers long after the last sip. It’s a bottle to be cherished — both for its rarity and its legacy.

Country of origin

Japan

Colour
Warm amber with golden glints.

Nose
Honeyed peach, incense, clove, and coconut, with subtle floral notes and Mizunara spice.

Palate
Soft and rich — think dried fruit, vanilla, sandalwood, and sweet smoke. A touch of marmalade and oak warmth.

Enjoyed neat, with a drop of water, or on a clear ice cube — Yamazaki 12 is a contemplative whisky, ideal for quiet moments and special celebrations.

✨ Home Serve: The Kyoto Old Fashioned

  • 50 ml Yamazaki 12 Year Old
  • 5 ml Demerara syrup
  • 2 dashes Japanese aromatic bitters
  • Stir over ice and serve in a rocks glass with an orange twist.

Elegant, meditative, and deeply satisfying.

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Founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, the Yamazaki Distillery is Japan’s oldest malt whisky distillery, set in a lush valley where three rivers converge — a place prized for its pure water and unique climate. The distillery’s devotion to slow ageing and oak diversity has made Yamazaki a global icon of refined whisky making.