Single Malt KA Bottled 2012
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As a distilled spirit bottled in 2012, this single malt is fully matured and stable. It does not develop further in the bottle and is ready to be enjoyed immediately, remaining pristine for decades if kept in a cool, dark place.
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Slow-roasted peking duck, rich dark chocolate truffles, or mature blue cheeses.
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Hailing from Japan's oldest malt whisky distillery, founded by Shinjiro Torii in 1923, Yamazaki is situated at the misty confluence of the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers. This unique, humid microclimate is legendary for its pristine water quality, famously praised by the 16th-century tea master Sen no Rikyu. The Yamazaki Single Malt 'KA' Bottled in 2012 represents a rare, highly collectible expression of Japanese craftsmanship. Distilled from malted barley in copper pot stills of diverse shapes and sizes, and matured in a selection of fine casks—often including rare Japanese Mizunara oak—this spirit delivers a remarkably complex, harmonious profile. It weaves together Yamazaki's signature notes of incense, dried fruit, and delicate spice, reflecting a profound blending philosophy that honors both nature and time.
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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.