Yamazakura Asaka Distillery & 4 World Blended Whisky 70cl is a testament to Japan’s art of blending, where craftsmanship meets global collaboration. Created by the Sasanokawa Shuzo Company at the Asaka Distillery in Fukushima, this expression unites Japanese whisky with select casks from four of the world’s finest whisky-producing nations. It’s a modern masterpiece, balanced, expressive, and beautifully composed, embodying harmony without borders.

Yamazakura Asaka Distillery & 4 World Blended Whisky 70cl
Brand: Yamazakura | Category: World Blended Whisky | ABV: 48% | Origin: Japan | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Bright notes of honey, orchard fruits, and vanilla with hints of malt, citrus, and oak spice.
Palate: Smooth yet dynamic, flavors of caramel, green apple, and toasted grain meet soft smoke and gentle sweetness.
Finish: Clean, lingering, and balanced, oak warmth and fruit essence fade with subtle spice.

Production Details:
Crafted at Asaka Distillery, one of Japan’s rising whisky makers, this blend combines Japanese malt whisky with select international whiskies, each aged in oak to maturity before being married in Japan. Bottled at 48% ABV, it strikes a perfect balance between richness and elegance, an example of modern Japanese blending at its best.

Perfect For:
Perfect for explorers who appreciate craftsmanship that transcends borders. Ideal for sipping neat, or as a refined companion to conversation and celebration.

Expert Notes:
Described by connoisseurs as “a blend of global character and Japanese soul,” Yamazakura & 4 captures the finesse of Japanese whisky-making while embracing the diversity of world flavor.

Customer Reviews:

“Bright, smooth, and full of balance, a beautiful surprise.”
“The world in a glass, refined yet approachable.”
“A perfect everyday pour with international elegance.”

Interesting Fact:
Sasanokawa Shuzo, founded in 1765, began as a sake and shochu producer before venturing into whisky in the 1940s, making it one of Japan’s oldest spirits houses. The Asaka Distillery, revived in 2016, continues that legacy with a focus on quality, small-batch production, and innovation.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat to appreciate its balance, or with a splash of water to reveal delicate fruit and vanilla tones. Also shines in a Japanese Highball, where its smooth texture and gentle sweetness come alive.

Distillery Background:
The Asaka Distillery, located in Fukushima Prefecture, is Japan’s easternmost whisky distillery and a rising star in the world of modern Japanese whisky. Its philosophy combines patience, precision, and purity, crafting blends that celebrate both Japanese heritage and global unity.