YUZA Classical Blend, a new product from the Yuza distillery of Kinryu Co. Japanese blended whiskey made from gray whiskey provided by domestic distilleries is now on sale. The characteristics and taste are introduced together.
Yuza distillery in Yamagata Prefecture, one of the smallest distilleries in Japan, has announced the release of Japanese blended whiskey. This blended whiskey is made exclusively from Japanese single malt and Japanese single grain. Not many distilleries in Japan produce enough grains to offer to other companies, but..,
What is the taste of this product made with grain whisky provided by a distillery that is not open to the public?
1. photo of the bottle and label
YUZA Classical Blend
YUZA Classical Blend
2. YUZA Classical Blend
In mid-October 2024, YUZA Classical Blend, the first blended Japanese whiskey from the Yuza distillery, will be released in limited quantities.
All of the malt and grain are domestically produced. The malt ratio is over 60%, and the key malt is made from original Mizunara oak barrels, creating a classical and luxurious blend.
We hope you enjoy the unique blend of malts and grains from the Yuza Distillery.
Aroma and Taste Characteristics
The aroma is complex and gorgeous, with a fresh, forest-like aroma overlaid with the sweetness of vanilla and honey. The smooth, fruity taste leads to a long, lingering finish.Reference: New Products Info | Yuza Distillery (yuza-disty.jp)
2-1. Tasting Notes
| Aroma | Green apple, vanilla, honey, accompanied by a floral scent of ginjo |
| Taste | Juicy sweet fruits such as pear and plum stand out, followed by savory nutty and tart flavors. |
| Aftertaste | Soft and persistent with sweet and sour nuances. |
2-2. Product Specifications
| Alcohol content | 48% alcohol by volume |
| Distillation | Japanese blended whiskey |
| Cask type | Key malt: Mizunara oak |
| Content volume | 700ml |
| Number of bottles sold | Limited quantity |
| Suggested Retail Price | 11,000 yen |
| Release date | October 11, 2024 |
3. Awards
No awards received at this time.
4. List Price and Online Price
4-1. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
| Product Name | YUZA Classical Blend |
| Capacity | 700ml |
| Suggested Retail Price | 11,000 yen (including tax) |
4-2. Resale price on Mercari
We could not confirm the resale price on Mercari at present. (*As of 10/22/2024)
4-3. Sold price on Yahoo! Auctions
Sold prices on Yahoo! Auctionscould not be confirmed at present. (*As of 10/22/2024)
4-4. Rakuten, Yahoo Shopping, Amazon
We were able to confirm that the product was sold at a fixed price on Amazon and other online shopping sites . (*as of 10/22/2024)
4-5. Price offered at BAR Shinkai
At “BAR Shinkai” operated by this site, it is offered in small quantities such as45 mlpercup: 3,300 yen, 30 ml: 2,200 yen, and 15 ml: 1,100 yen.
About Yuza Distillery
Yuza Distillery
Kinryu Co., Ltd. opened its third whisky distillery in the Tohoku region in 2018 in Yuza-machi, Yamagata Prefecture.
Blessed with fresh, clean air and water from Mt. Chokaisan, a famous mountain in Yamagata Prefecture that has been selected as one of the “100 best water towns”, Yuza is a perfect place for making top-quality whiskey.
The pot stills used are made by Forsyth, and five fermentation tanks are made of Canadian bay pine. The process and aging methods are also based on Scottish methods, with young whisky not being casked, and only whisky that has been fully matured to its satisfaction is produced, focusing only on single malts. Because it is a small distillery that cannot mass-produce whisky, they go to great lengths in every detail to produce the highest quality whisky with the utmost care.
Yuza Distillery Whisky
TLAS” conceptThe whiskey produced at the Yuza Distillery is the result of our efforts to create the highest quality whiskey,
Tiny
Lovely
Authentic
Supreme
The concept of the distillery is “TLAS”, which stands for the initials of the above.The Yuza Distillery is a very small distillery for a whiskey distillery, with a site area of approximately 4,550 square meters and a distillery area of approximately 620 square meters. The exterior of the distillery may look small and cute, but the whiskey produced here is authentic and of the highest quality. It is a one-of-a-kind Japanese whiskey that is made using traditional methods, but with the Japanese style of “monozukuri” (craftsmanship).
Quote from Yuza’s official website
Image credit:Yuza Distillery official website
| Location of Yuza Distillery | 20 Kakujita, Yoshide, Yuza-machi, Akumi-gun, Yamagata 999-8302 |
| Start of operation | 2018 |
For more information about Yuza Distillery, please refer to this article.
3. Summary
The contents of the domestic grains were indeed not known. We may find out in the future if the Classical Blend will be sold for a long time. The blending and reduced alcohol content make it a fairly easy-drinking composition, and it retains the gorgeous image of Yuza, making it a good choice for first-time YUZA drinkers.
We hope you will try this blended whiskey made with more than 60% of Yuza’s malt whiskey.
Please take a look at other articles about Yuza Distillery.
