{"title":"Yamazaki","description":"Japan's first whisky distillery, founded in 1923. Yamazaki's elegant expressions made Japanese whisky a global phenomenon.","products":[{"product_id":"yamazaki-distillers-reserve-2","title":"Yamazaki Distiller's Reserve with free highball glass worth £20","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirst released in Spring 2014, the Yamazaki Distiller’s Reserve is a beautifully crafted single malt whisky from Japan’s renowned Yamazaki Distillery. This expression is rich in red berry flavours, thanks to its maturation in Bordeaux wine casks and Sherry casks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Yamazaki Distillers Reserve comes with a free highball glass worth £20! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53962299277652,"sku":"16011","price":74.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/9419\/3492\/files\/YamazakiDistillersReserve.png?v=1775395847"},{"product_id":"yamazaki-12-year-old-with-free-highball-glass","title":"Yamazaki 12 Year Old with FREE highball glass","description":"\u003cbr\u003eYamazaki 12 is Suntory’s flagship Japanese single malt, from Japan’s first and oldest malt distillery, succulent with soft fruit and Mizunara aromas. \u003cbr\u003e This 12-year-old whisky first debuted in 1984 as the first widely marketed Japanese single malt, quickly earning a dedicated following. Its reputation is well deserved—an exceptionally smooth and elegant whisky that remains rich in character and complexity. \u003cbr\u003e Tasting Notes by Whisky Brokers Associates \u003cbr\u003e Nose: A well-rounded body with nutty oils, citrus zest, delicate floral hints, tropical fruit, and a subtle earthy undertone. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Palate: Silky smooth with a gentle sweetness, warming winter spice, and evolving citrus notes. Layers of tropical fruit emerge, complemented by a touch of rum. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Finish: Medium length with lingering fruit and a refreshing zest. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Winner of the coveted Supreme Champion Spirit medal at the International Spirits Competition, 2024 \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53962299343188,"sku":"16022","price":118.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/9419\/3492\/files\/Website-product-images-40-1_c9225df7-004f-4ec5-9c5c-870d844ec53f.png?v=1773792672"},{"product_id":"yamazaki-18-year-old","title":"Yamazaki 18 Year Old","description":"The Yamazaki 18 Year Old is a revered icon among Japanese whiskies, crafted at Suntory’s original Yamazaki distillery — Japan’s first and most historic. This award-winning single malt showcases remarkable depth, matured in a complex mix of American, Spanish, and Japanese oak casks. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eExpect a deep amber hue and a layered nose of dried fruit, dark chocolate, and Mizunara spice. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and rich, with elegant notes of sherry-soaked raisins, black cherries, and coffee, balanced by subtle oak and smoky undertones. The finish is long, velvety, and impeccably smooth. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eA collector’s favourite and a connoisseur’s delight, Yamazaki 18 is more than a whisky — it’s a benchmark for Japanese craftsmanship. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e ABV: 43% \u003cbr\u003e Volume: 700ml \u003cbr\u003e Origin: Yamazaki Distillery, Osaka, Japan \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53962305798484,"sku":"16700","price":575.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/9419\/3492\/files\/Yamazaki-18-Year-Old-Whisky-Brokers-Associates-Japanese-Whisky-buy-japanese-whisky-award-winning-whisky-rare-whisky-1-1_15b183e5-13e4-4c45-8bba-588f6a016197.png?v=1773792731"},{"product_id":"yamazaki-mizunara-18-year-old","title":"Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old","description":"UK Wide Allocation: Fewer than 50 cases (300 bottles) \u003cbr\u003e ABV: 48% \u003cbr\u003e Price: £1,550 \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe House of Suntory proudly unveils the Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old, a groundbreaking single malt fully matured in rare Japanese Mizunara oak casks. Unlike whiskies that are simply finished in Mizunara, this expression undergoes complete ageing in these elusive barrels—an ambitious feat requiring decades of expertise, rigorous cask management, and time-honoured craftsmanship. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMizunara oak is prized for the complex, often spiritual character it imparts to whisky—think notes of incense, sandalwood, and Eastern spices. But its scarcity and technical difficulty mean few whiskies ever see full maturation in this wood. This 18 Year Old release is one of those rare exceptions. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOn the nose, this whisky is deeply aromatic, revealing waves of smouldering incense, toasted coconut, and elegant sandalwood. The palate follows with rich layers of dark cherry, ripe peach, cinnamon, and nutmeg, unfolding slowly and gracefully. There is a warmth and sophistication that lingers long into the finish, with the hallmark spice and woodiness of Mizunara asserting itself without overpowering. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis expression is a celebration of Japanese precision and patience—a whisky that rewards contemplation as much as collection. With fewer than 300 bottles available in the UK, Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old is both a collector’s gem and a sensory journey into the heart of Japan’s most revered oak.","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53962308845908,"sku":"68dacae3bf2ac","price":1550.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/9419\/3492\/files\/3-1-4_5a7672a3-9dc4-4d23-90fc-3b592fb66b8c.png?v=1773792767"},{"product_id":"yamazaki-mizunara-25-year-old","title":"Yamazaki Mizunara 25 Year Old","description":"UK Allocation: Just over 100 bottles (fewer than 50 for the UK market) \u003cbr\u003eABV: 48% Price: £9,750 \u003cbr\u003e The Yamazaki Mizunara 25 Year Old represents a singular moment in the history of Japanese whisky. Crafted by the revered House of Suntory and matured exclusively in rare Mizunara oak casks for a full quarter of a century, this is the oldest 100% Mizunara-matured whisky ever released by Yamazaki —a true collector's statement and a masterpiece of time, patience, and oak. \u003cbr\u003e Mizunara oak, indigenous to Japan, is renowned for its porous structure and unpredictable ageing patterns. It demands intense skill from coopers and distillers alike. While many distilleries opt for a finishing period in Mizunara, this 25 Year Old has been nurtured from start to finish in the casks, creating unparalleled integration of its complex flavours and aromas. \u003cbr\u003e The whisky opens with a serene, almost spiritual nose of aged sandalwood, fragrant incense, and delicate coconut husk. On the palate, it is deeply nuanced—layered with refined spice, soft oak tannins, and a wisp of smoke. Subtle floral and citrus undertones elevate the experience, while the finish is long, contemplative, and profoundly elegant. \u003cbr\u003e Each bottle of Yamazaki Mizunara 25 is a testament to Japanese craftsmanship at its most exacting. This is not just whisky—it is heritage, artistry, and reverence in liquid form. \u003cbr\u003e With fewer than 50 bottles released into the UK , this is one of the rarest and most collectible Japanese single malts created. \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53962308911444,"sku":"68dacae28744e","price":6750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/9419\/3492\/files\/5-1-8_1b549af5-5516-429c-b719-b77a102a5149.png?v=1773792768"},{"product_id":"yamazaki-25-year-old-single-malt-japanese-whisky","title":"Yamazaki 25 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky","description":"An icon of Japanese whisky, Yamazaki 25 Year Old represents the pinnacle of Suntory’s craftsmanship and the enduring legacy of Japan’s oldest malt distillery. \u003cbr\u003e Matured for a quarter of a century in a meticulous combination of American oak, Spanish oak and rare Japanese Mizunara casks, this extraordinary single malt delivers remarkable depth, complexity and refinement. The extended ageing allows the whisky to develop a profound harmony of rich fruit, dark sweetness and exotic spice, showcasing the elegance for which Yamazaki is revered.","brand":"Yamazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53962343285076,"sku":"697b87b821793","price":4750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/9419\/3492\/files\/Website-product-images-99-1_b191cca2-67f9-4ae4-87cd-ef02b1192889.png?v=1773792871"}],"url":"https:\/\/whiskybrokersassociates.co.uk\/collections\/yamazaki.oembed","provider":"Whisky Brokers Associates ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}