Single Malt The Owners Cask Mizunara Butt 23YO
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As a highly matured 23-year-old single malt whisky, this spirit is bottled at its absolute peak of complexity and does not undergo further maturation in the bottle. It is ready to be savored immediately upon release and will remain in pristine condition indefinitely when stored upright, sealed, and away from direct sunlight.
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Seared Wagyu beef, rich glazed unagi (grilled eel), or premium dark chocolate with a high cacao percentage.
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Nestled in the misty vale where the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers converge near Kyoto, the Yamazaki Distillery was established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii as Japan's first commercial whisky distillery. This legendary single malt represents a pinnacle of Japanese distilling heritage, selected under Suntory's highly exclusive 'The Owner's Cask' program. Aged for 23 years in a single Mizunara oak butt, this expression showcases the profound influence of Japan's native oak (Quercus crispula). Mizunara is notoriously difficult to cooper due to its porous, twisted grain, yet it rewards decades of patient maturation with an ethereal, highly prized aromatic profile reminiscent of Japanese temple incense (kara), sandalwood, coconut, and delicate oriental spices. This rare bottling captures a singular moment in Yamazaki's history, reflecting the harmonious relationship between Japanese nature, craftsmanship, and the passage of 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.