Yamato Special Edition Cask Strength Japanese Whisky

Product Description

Yamato Special Edition Cask Strength Japanese Whisky: A Bolder, Non-Chill-Filtered Yamato

Yamato Special Edition Cask Strength is the bigger, more intense version of Yamato’s first release. It’s a blend of 3- to 8-year-old whiskies sourced by Aiko Importers from an undisclosed distillery in Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture, and it’s non-chill filtered, which preserves the whisky’s natural oils and texture. Yamato’s label kanji, 大和, means “great harmony.” The importer describes a noticeably sweet malty quality and a rich cereal grain flavor, and each bottle has a distinctive glass shape and comes in a special case.

The bottle’s ABV is [ABV from your label]. Sources list it between 43% and 49%, so the “cask strength” in the name is the brand’s label for this higher-strength release. Wine Enthusiast scored it 86 points.

What’s in the Bottle

• A blend of 3- to 8-year-old whiskies from Yamanashi, Japan (distillery undisclosed)
• Malted Scotch whisky and Japanese grain distillate, per Aiko Importers
• Non-chill filtered
• Mizunara oak aging, per retailers
• 750ml, in a special case

Tasting Notes

From Wine Enthusiast, Uncrate, and retailer descriptions.

Nose: More intense than the standard Yamato, with honeycomb, sandalwood, and spice.

Palate: Maple first, then vanilla and sweet malt, with subtle lemon peel, cedar, and chamomile, plus a hint of resin.

Finish: Longer and warmer than the standard, with wood spice and a lingering oak sweetness.

Food Pairings

The maple, vanilla, and malt pair well with grilled chicken, teriyaki, and smoked salmon. It also goes with dark chocolate, aged cheeses, roasted nuts, and a good cigar.

Serving Suggestions

Uncrate calls it a surprisingly easy-going sipper. Pour it neat in a tulip glass, and add a few drops of water to open it up. It’s also good on a single large cube or in a whisky highball with soda.

Frequently Asked Questions

What proof is it? Check your bottle’s label. Sources list 43% to 49% ABV.

Is it really cask strength? The name is the brand’s. The proof varies, so read the label.

What’s in the blend? 3- to 8-year-old whiskies from Yamanashi, including malted Scotch whisky and Japanese grain distillate, per the importer.

Is it chill filtered? No.

How is it different from Yamato Small Batch? It’s bolder and more intense, with the same sweet malt and cereal character.

Is it a good gift? Yes. The packaging and bolder profile make it a good gift for whisky fans.

Explore More

Want a different Yamato? Try the Yamato Small Batch Japanese Whisky for the standard bottle, or the Yamato Mizunara Oak Cask for something rarer. Browse our Japanese Whiskey collection for more bottles.

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