YUZA Signature Blend, astandard product from the YUZA distillery of Kinryu Co. We reviewed a Japanese blended whisky made from gray whisky provided by distilleries in Japan.
Last October, YUZA Classical Blend was released and we heard favorable feedback from many people.
This time, since it is a standard blended product, it bears the “Signature” label and the limited edition wording that is usually found on the regular YUZA series is missing.
1. photo of the bottle and label
YUZA Signature Blend
YUZA Signature Blend
2. Characteristics of YUZA Signature Blend
In early March 2025, we will release YUZA Signature Blend, a blended Japanese whisky.
It is a blend of domestically produced grain whisky and a variety of malt whisky aged at the YUZA distillery, including Mizunara oak barrels.
The sweet and fruity aromas and flavors typical of the YUZA distillery can be enjoyed in this bottle, which is worthy of its signature name.
Please enjoy a relaxing moment with a cup full of YUZA’s character.Aroma and Taste Characteristics
The fruity and sweet aromas and flavors that symbolize the distillery are harmonized with refreshing peat nuances for a well-balanced finish.Reference: New Products Information | YUZA Distillery
2-1. Tasting Notes
| Aroma | Apple, vanilla, hazelnut, fruit granola |
| Taste | vanilla, milk chocolate, cappuccino, faint smoke |
| Aftertaste | Long sweetness, followed by a tangy spiciness |
2-2. Product Specifications
| Alcohol content | 48% (with a slight alcohol content) |
| alcohol category | Japanese blended whisky |
| Cask type | Unknown |
| Content volume | 700ml |
| Number of bottles sold | Standard |
| Suggested Retail Price | 8,250 yen |
| Release date | March 2025 |
3. Awards received
No awards received at this time.
4. List Price and Online Price
4-1. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
| Product Name | YUZA Signature Blend |
| Capacity | 700ml |
| Suggested Retail Price | 8,250 yen (including tax) |
4-2. Resale price on Mercari
Resale price on Mercari could not be confirmed at present. (*As of 3/5/2025)
4-3. Sold price on Yahoo! Auction
Sold price on Yahoo! Auctioncould not be confirmed at present. (*As of 3/5/2025)
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 3/5/2025)
4-5. Price offered at BAR Shinkai
At “BAR Shinkai” operated by this site, it is offered in small quantities such as45mlperglass: 2,310 yen, 30ml: 1,760 yen, and 15ml: 880 yen.
5．About YUZA Distillery
YUZA Distillery
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. Chokai Mt, 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 whisky.
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 whisky produced at the YUZA distillery is the result of our efforts to create the highest quality whisky,
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 whisky 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 whisky produced here is authentic and of the highest quality. It is a one-of-a-kind Japanese whisky that is produced 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.
６. Summary
With this blended distillery, we can now see a distillery that also offers grain in Japan. We are not sure, so we cannot say for sure. We can’t say for sure because it is not confirmed, but it is quite narrowed down in light of the fact that it is possible for other distilleries to supply as much as the standard product.
I feel it goes well with a strong splash of water or on the rocks as a blended.
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