Yamazaki 35 Year Old – Distillery Bottling (2006)

A pinnacle of Japanese whisky craftsmanship, the Yamazaki 35 Year Old stands among the most revered and sought-after releases from Yamazaki Distillery. Distilled between 1966 and 1970 and bottled in 2006, this extraordinary expression reflects a period of quiet mastery, where time, wood, and precision came together to create a whisky of exceptional depth and rarity.

Matured for 35 years in carefully selected second-fill Spanish oak sherry butts (90-liter casks), this whisky embodies a refined interpretation of sherry influence. The use of second-fill wood allows the spirit itself to shine, gently shaped rather than dominated by the cask. Over decades, the whisky developed a remarkable balance - where richness meets elegance, and maturity expresses itself through harmony rather than intensity.

Bottled at 43% ABV and limited to just 200 bottles, this release is both a collector’s treasure and a testament to Yamazaki’s long-standing dedication to precision and patience. Bearing the iconic 山崎 label, it represents not only a rare whisky, but a defining moment in the evolution of Japanese single malt.

Specifications

Type: Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Distillery: Yamazaki
Bottler: Distillery Bottling
Distilled: 1966–1970
Bottled: 2006
Age: 35 years
Cask Type: 2nd Fill Spanish Oak Sherry Butt (90L)
Strength: 43.0% ABV
Size: 700 ml
Number of Bottles: 200
Label: 山崎

About the Distillery

Founded in 1923, Yamazaki is Japan’s oldest commercial whisky distillery and the birthplace of Japanese single malt. Known for its meticulous approach to blending tradition with innovation, Yamazaki produces a wide spectrum of styles through diverse cask types and climatic conditions. Its long-aged expressions are particularly revered, representing the height of Japanese whisky artistry and precision.