The Yamazaki Distillery, owned by Suntory, is one of Japan’s most famous and the producer of some sumptuous whiskies. Built in 1923 it was Japan’s first commercial whisky distillery and …Show more
The Yamazaki Distillery, owned by Suntory, is one of Japan’s most famous and the producer of some sumptuous whiskies. Built in 1923 it was Japan’s first commercial whisky distillery and today produces whiskies which regularly win top honours at international tasting competitions.
Japanese whisky prices have increased considerably in recent years but we are big fans of Yamazaki 18 year old. Despite the price hike it is still just about accessible for ordinary whisky fans and really typifies all that is good about Japanese whisky.