{"product_id":"yamato-special-edition-cask-strength-japanese-whisky","title":"Yamato Special Edition Cask Strength Japanese Whisky","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYamato Special Edition Cask Strength Japanese Whisky: A Bolder, Non-Chill-Filtered Yamato\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYamato 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe bottle’s ABV is \u003cstrong\u003e[ABV from your label]\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat’s in the Bottle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA blend of 3- to 8-year-old whiskies from Yamanashi, Japan (distillery undisclosed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMalted Scotch whisky and Japanese grain distillate, per Aiko Importers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-chill filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMizunara oak aging, per retailers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e750ml, in a special case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom Wine Enthusiast, Uncrate, and retailer descriptions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e More intense than the standard Yamato, with honeycomb, sandalwood, and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maple first, then vanilla and sweet malt, with subtle lemon peel, cedar, and chamomile, plus a hint of resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Longer and warmer than the standard, with wood spice and a lingering oak sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUncrate 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check your bottle’s label. Sources list 43% to 49% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it really cask strength?\u003c\/strong\u003e The name is the brand’s. The proof varies, so read the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s in the blend?\u003c\/strong\u003e 3- to 8-year-old whiskies from Yamanashi, including malted Scotch whisky and Japanese grain distillate, per the importer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it chill filtered?\u003c\/strong\u003e No.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from Yamato Small Batch?\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s bolder and more intense, with the same sweet malt and cereal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The packaging and bolder profile make it a good gift for whisky fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWant a different Yamato? Try the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/products\/yamato-small-batch-japanese-whisky\"\u003eYamato Small Batch Japanese Whisky\u003c\/a\u003e for the standard bottle, or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/products\/yamato-mizunara-oak-cask-japanese-whisky\"\u003eYamato Mizunara Oak Cask\u003c\/a\u003e for something rarer. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/collections\/japanese-whiskey\"\u003eJapanese Whiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Quality Liquor Store Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt Quality Liquor Store, we guarantee the authenticity and quality of every bottle we sell. All of our products are sourced directly from authorized distributors, and every order is carefully packaged to arrive safely at your door. Shop with confidence knowing your whisky is in good hands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43745751957762,"sku":"","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/3289\/2418\/files\/yamato-cask.webp?v=1792445187","url":"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/products\/yamato-special-edition-cask-strength-japanese-whisky","provider":"Quality Liquor Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}