Yamazaki 18 Year Old Mizunara 2017 Edition

The Yamazaki 18 Year Old Mizunara 2017 Edition Single Malt Japanese Whisky
700ml | 48% ABV | Natural Color | Non-Chill Filtered | Distillery Exclusive

A Rare Mizunara Masterpiece

The Yamazaki 18 Mizunara 2017 Edition is a distillery-exclusive bottling that highlights Japan’s most elusive cask type: Mizunara oak. Consequently, it offers a uniquely Japanese profile—aromatic, spicy, and deeply woody. Moreover, with only limited quantities released, it has become a prized collector’s item. Above all, it showcases Yamazaki’s mastery of native wood.

Crafted with Japan’s Native Oak

This expression begins as an 18-year-old Yamazaki single malt, then undergoes a final maturation in Mizunara casks—a rare, porous oak that imparts sandalwood, incense, and coconut notes. In fact, the Yamazaki 18 Mizunara captures the soul of Japanese terroir in a way no other whisky can. As a result, it delivers a profile that is both exotic and elegant.

Aromatic, Spicy, and Exceptionally Layered

Bottled at 48% ABV, this whisky balances intensity with finesse. First, the nose reveals yuzu, white peach, and sandalwood. Then, incense, green tea, and white pepper unfold with air. On the palate, flavors of mandarin, honey, and roasted almond glide effortlessly. Subtle hints of clove and cedar add depth. Finally, the finish is long and meditative—dried herbs, mineral freshness, and a whisper of coconut. Altogether, it embodies the spirit of this Yamazaki 18 Mizunara.

A Coveted Distillery Exclusive

Originally sold only at the Yamazaki Distillery or select Japanese retailers, the Yamazaki 18 Mizunara is now extremely rare. Therefore, it holds strong value for collectors who seek authentic Mizunara expressions. Its minimalist label and high strength make it a true connoisseur’s bottling.

Explore Japan’s Native Oak Legacy

If you admire rare cask finishes, discover more in our [Japanese Mizunara Collection]. You might also enjoy how this Yamazaki 18 Mizunara turns sacred Japanese wood into liquid art.