Pure Malt Accordion Aged 12YO
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As a distilled spirit bottled at 43% ABV, this whisky does not mature further in the glass. It is ready to enjoy immediately and will remain in pristine condition indefinitely if stored upright away from direct sunlight. Once opened, it is best consumed within 1 to 3 years to experience its full aromatic complexity.
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Rich dark chocolate desserts, slow-roasted pork belly (Kakuni), or mature hard cheeses such as aged Gouda.
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Hailing from Japan's oldest malt whisky distillery, established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii near Kyoto, the Yamazaki Pure Malt 12 Year Old Accordion is a legendary spirit housed in a whimsical, highly collectible music-themed decanter. Yamazaki's unique location at the confluence of three rivers—the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu—provides a misty, humid microclimate and exceptionally soft water, which are vital to its signature deep, complex profile. This expression is crafted from 100% malted barley, meticulously distilled in copper pot stills, and aged for at least twelve years in a combination of Spanish sherry, American white oak, and rare Japanese Mizunara oak casks. The result is a harmonious, multi-layered masterpiece featuring notes of dried fruit, honey, fragrant incense, and a delicate touch of Mizunara spice, embodying the pioneering spirit of Japanese whisky-making.
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Established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, Yamazaki is Japan's oldest commercial whisky distillery, located at the scenic convergence of the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers in Osaka Prefecture, where a unique humid microclimate and exceptionally pure water create the ideal environment for spirits maturation. Owned by Suntory, the distillery is globally celebrated for its pioneering craftsmanship and innovative maturation process, which utilizes a diverse array of cask types including Spanish sherry casks, American white oak, and rare Japanese Mizunara oak. Yamazaki's signature style is characterized by a complex, multi-layered fruitiness and deep, spicy incense-like aromas, epitomized by legendary expressions such as their Single Malt 12 and 18 Years Old.