Yoichi 1989/2012 – 23-Year-Old Single Cask #202393

A rare single cask expression from Nikka’s flagship Yoichi distillery, distilled on 12th February 1989 and bottled on 3rd July 2012. Drawn from cask #202393 and presented at 60% ABV, this 23-year-old whisky showcases the dedication to traditional craftsmanship that has made Yoichi a cornerstone of Japanese whisky.

Specifications

Type: Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Category: Single Cask
Distillery: Yoichi (Nikka Whisky)
Region: Hokkaido, Japan
Distilled: 12 February 1989
Bottled: 3 July 2012
Age: 23 years
Cask Number: 202393
Strength: 60% ABV
Size: 700ml

About the Distillery

Founded in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, Yoichi Distillery remains the flagship of Nikka Whisky. Taketsuru, after studying in Scotland and training at the now-closed Hazelburn distillery, sought to create a Scottish-style whisky in Japan, using coal-fired pot stills and a cool, maritime climate. Yoichi’s commitment to traditional methods and robust, full-bodied spirits has established it as one of Japan’s most respected distilleries, producing rare single casks prized by collectors worldwide.