Yamazaki Golden Promise 2024 Release 70cl 48%

As part of Suntory’s 2024 Tsukuriwake series, this Yamazaki release spotlights Golden Promise barley—an iconic variety closely associated with some of the great Scotch whiskies of the 1960s and 70s. Distilled in 2009 and matured in American oak casks, it’s bottled at 48% ABV, offering a more intense, textured take on Yamazaki’s famously elegant style. A limited series bottling with a clear production story, this is one that will resonate with both collectors and drinkers who enjoy “why it tastes like it tastes” releases.

Key Details
- Distillery: Yamazaki (Suntory)
- Region: Japan
- Type: Single Malt Whisky
- Series: 2024 Tsukuriwake
- Distilled: 2009
- Barley: Golden Promise
- Maturation: American oak casks
- ABV: 48%
- Bottle Size: 70cl
- Number of Bottles: 1
- Distillery Status: Operational
- Country of Origin: Japan

Tasting Notes
Nose: Clean and refined — soft vanilla, gentle citrus and orchard fruit, with fresh oak and a light floral lift.
Palate: Smooth but expressive — creamy sweetness, honeyed malt, and warming spice, with American oak bringing structure and brightness.
Finish: Medium-long, polished and gently drying, with lingering vanilla, fruit, and oak spice.

Why This Bottle Is Worth Bidding On
- Part of the 2024 Tsukuriwake series, which is highly collectable for its focus on specific production variables and limited availability.
- Golden Promise barley is a talking-point ingredient with real heritage, adding extra appeal for enthusiasts who love grain-forward nuance.
- Distilled 2009 and matured in American oak, then bottled at 48% ABV, giving a more concentrated, premium-leaning Yamazaki profile.

Condition / Notes for Buyers
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