Yamazaki Story of the Distillery 2026 Edition

The Yamazaki Story of the Distillery 2026 Edition is a limited-release single malt from Suntory’s Yamazaki Distillery and the third installment in the “Story of the Distillery” series. Released on May 26, 2026, this edition celebrates the unique natural environment that makes Yamazaki an ideal location for whisky production, with a particular focus on the pristine waters and humid climate that have shaped the distillery’s character since 1923. Maturation: A carefully crafted vatting centered on Mizunara (Japanese oak) cask whisky, complemented by Spanish oak and white oak matured malts. The blend is designed to showcase Yamazaki’s hallmark depth and complexity while emphasizing rich fruit, spice, and the distinctive incense-like character imparted by Mizunara oak. Tasting Profile: Deep reddish amber in color with aromas of dried persimmon and clove. The palate is rich and layered, offering notes of orange marmalade and sweet red bean (adzuki), followed by a long, complex finish featuring smoke and warming spice. 700ml - 43% abv Compared with the 2025 Edition, the 2026 release shifts its storytelling away from the distillery’s history and toward the natural terroir of Yamazaki itself, while maintaining the now-signature recipe built around Mizunara, Spanish oak, and white oak cask components. The result is a whisky that leans slightly richer and spicier, with pronounced dried fruit and savory complexity