From the snowy highlands of Fukushima, Yamazakura Black Label offers a rich, fruit-driven blend that’s unmistakably Japanese. Crafted at the boutique Asaka Distillery, this whisky brings floral brightness, soft wood, and a whisper of smoke into perfect balance.

Yamazakura Black Japanese Blended Whisky 70cl
Brand: Yamazakura | Category: Japanese Blended Whisky | ABV: 40% | Origin: Asaka, Japan | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Ripe orchard fruit, honey, and cherry blossom, delicate and fresh.
Palate: Silky and medium-bodied. Notes of apple pie, vanilla cream, toasted barley, and a light kiss of oak.
Finish: Smooth, floral, and easygoing, with a soft spice warmth that lingers gently.

Production Details
A carefully crafted blend of grain and malt whiskies, matured in bourbon casks and created by Sasanokawa Shuzo, one of Japan’s oldest liquor producers. Bottled at 40% ABV for a smooth, easy-drinking experience.

Perfect For
Those new to Japanese whisky or fans of mellow, harmonious blends. It’s an everyday sipper with refined charm, perfect for quiet evenings, thoughtful gifts, or pairing with sushi and light bites.

Expert Notes
Often called Japan’s “sleeper whisky,” Yamazakura Black Label delivers quality far beyond its price point, with a floral, fruity profile that typifies modern Japanese blending at its best.

Customer Reviews
“Soft, floral, and super smooth. My go-to weeknight pour.”   Mika T.
“Elegant and light, classic Japanese balance.”   Stefan R.
“Very drinkable. A blend with real finesse.”   Charisse N.

Interesting Fact
"Yamazakura" means “mountain cherry blossom”, a tribute to the distillery’s natural surroundings and the poetic spirit of Japanese whisky craftsmanship.

Serving Suggestions
Neat or on a single cube. Try it highball-style with chilled soda and a lemon twist to bring out the delicate fruit notes.

Distillery Background
Asaka Distillery is operated by Sasanokawa Shuzo, a historic sake and shochu maker that pivoted to whisky in 1946. Revived with modern distillation equipment and small-batch focus, it’s one of Japan’s hidden whisky gems, blending tradition, precision, and quiet elegance.