Region
Japan
Founded
1923
Products
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Avg. Price
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Heritage
103+ years of heritage
Owner
Suntory (Beam Suntory)
ABV Range
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Awards
3 recognised
Signature Profile
Flavour Profile
Profile based on regional characteristics and distillery style. Individual expressions may vary.
From Source to Spirit
Production Process
Malting
5–7 daysBarley is soaked in water, allowed to germinate, then dried in a kiln. Peat may be used for smoky character.
Mashing
6–8 hoursThe malted barley is ground into grist and mixed with hot water in a mash tun to extract fermentable sugars.
Fermentation
48–120 hoursThe sugary wort is transferred to washbacks (wooden or steel) where yeast converts sugars to alcohol.
Distillation
6–8 hours × 2The wash is distilled twice (or thrice) in copper pot stills. The still shape profoundly influences the spirit's character.
Maturation
3–50+ yearsNew make spirit enters oak casks — ex-bourbon, sherry, wine or virgin oak — and matures in the warehouse.
Bottling
Final stageAfter reaching optimal maturity, the whisky is vatted or bottled as single cask, diluted to strength and packaged.
The Story of Yamazaki
Japan's first and oldest malt whisky distillery, founded by Shinjiro Torii. Yamazaki pioneered the use of Mizunara (Japanese oak) casks, creating a distinctively Japanese style of whisky.
Recognition & Excellence
Awards & Achievements
Yamazaki Flagship Expression
World Whiskies Awards
Yamazaki Reserve
International Spirits Challenge
Yamazaki Special Edition
San Francisco World Spirits
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About Yamazaki Distillery
Yamazaki is located in Shimamoto, Osaka, Japan, established in 1923. Currently owned by Suntory (Beam Suntory), the distillery is known for producing exceptional spirits that reflect its unique terroir and heritage.
At The Royal Barrel, we are proud to feature Yamazaki in our curated directory of the world's finest distilleries. Each distillery in our collection is selected for its commitment to quality, its contribution to the spirits industry, and its unique story of craft and tradition.
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