Japan Whisky & Sake

Rooted in Depth – Yamazakura Mountain Cherry Pure Malt Japanese Whisky

🌏 Description
Yamazakura Pure Malt Mountain Cherry is a richly evocative Japanese whisky that draws its inspiration from the forests of Japan’s northern regions, where mountain cherry trees bloom quietly each spring before fading into the misty air. Produced by Sasanokawa Shuzo in Fukushima, this pure malt expression is both grounded and poetic — a whisky that captures the intersection of natural beauty and traditional craftsmanship.

Unlike lighter Japanese whiskies, Mountain Cherry embraces a deeper, bolder profile, rooted in roasted malt, charred wood, and seasonal fruit character. On the nose, it opens with smoked black tea, wild berries, toasted chestnut, and fresh-cut cedar. The palate reveals plum skin, sandalwood, dark honey, and a touch of black pepper, culminating in a finish that is long, earthy, and tinged with gentle tannin from oak aging.

This is a whisky that feels seasonal — its flavors seem carved from a Japanese forest in autumn, making it an excellent choice for contemplative sipping, cool-weather pairings, or pairing with umami-rich cuisine.

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🔹 Key Features
• 100% pure malt Japanese whisky from Sasanokawa Shuzo
• Inspired by Japan’s mountain cherry trees and forest landscapes
• Notes of roasted wood, dried plum, tea smoke, and earth
• Bold and aromatic, with a tannic oak structure
• Ideal for neat sipping and seasonal whisky appreciation

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A New Dawn in Japanese Whisky – YUZA First Edition 2022

🌏 Description
The YUZA First Edition 2022 marks a moment of arrival for Japan’s newest coastal distillery. Nestled in Yamagata Prefecture at the base of Mount Chōkai and overlooking the Sea of Japan, Yuza Distillery presents its inaugural single malt expression — a bold yet balanced whisky that speaks to both natural purity and distilling precision.

This small-batch single malt delivers a bright, expressive character that showcases what careful aging in coastal air can achieve. On the nose, there are lively notes of lemon peel, orchard fruit, and barley freshness, layered with hints of white pepper and floral grain. The palate is crisp and clean, with flavors of green apple, vanilla oak, and subtle minerals, carried by a youthful malt body that offers both energy and control. The finish is long and invigorating, with a soft dryness that leaves room for contemplation.

As the first-ever bottled statement from Yuza Distillery, this edition holds both collectible appeal and refined drinkability. It is crafted with the same meticulous mindset that has propelled other Japanese craft distillers to global acclaim.

🔹 Key Features
• First official release from Yuza Distillery (2022)
• Small-batch single malt matured in a coastal climate
• Fresh and crisp flavor with barley, citrus, and oak balance
• Natural color, non-chill filtered
• Ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of emerging Japanese whisky