Single Malt Puncheon Bottled 2022
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As a distilled spirit, this bottle does not mature further in glass and is ready to enjoy immediately upon release. It can be savored over several decades if stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Charcoal-grilled yakitori with sweet tare sauce, premium fatty tuna sashimi, and high-quality dark chocolate.
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Hailing from Japan's oldest commercial distillery, founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii near Kyoto, the Yamazaki Single Malt Puncheon 2022 Edition celebrates the meticulous art of wood selection. Puncheons are large, 480-liter casks crafted from American oak. Because of their size, the ratio of liquid to wood is lower than in standard barrels, leading to a slower, gentler maturation process. This allows the spirit to develop its character gradually, retaining the pristine, ester-rich distillery character. Yamazaki's unique location at the convergence of three rivers—the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu—provides a humid, misty climate ideal for cask aging. This expression showcases a delicate profile of golden syrup, green apple, and subtle vanilla, representing the pinnacle of Japanese whisky craftsmanship.
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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.