Buyback of 1998 single cask of raw spirit from the Yamazaki Distillery
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Yamazaki Distillery 1998 Single Cask Original Strength: Comparison of General Single Cask and Special Label Editions
The Yamazaki Distillery 1998 Single Cask Genshu / Cask Strength is a single cask edition released exclusively by the distillery, undiluted (alcohol content typically 50–60% ABV). This page refers to another SKU of the 1998 general single cask, which belongs to a different batch than special label editions such as the Hero Label, Distillery Label, and Yokohama Commemorative Edition.
Yamazaki Brand and Market Background
The Yamazaki Distillery is equipped with six pairs of copper pot stills of various shapes, ranging from straight necks to spherical, which is extremely rare for a single distillery, resulting in a diverse range of original spirits.
Since Yamazaki 12 Year Old first won a gold medal at the ISC in 2003, international market demand for the Yamazaki series has continued to rise. In 2014, Yamazaki Single Malt Sherry Cask was named "World's Best Whisky" by Jim Murray, further driving up prices and attention.
Distilled in 1998 means the liquid has undergone decades of aging in casks. Original spirits from this era were not considered precious at the time, but as brand value increases and existing stock diminishes, they have now become a core target in the collectibles market.
Single Cask bottling means that every bottle of liquid comes from the same oak cask, and the bottle usually indicates the cask number, distillation year, bottling year, and number of bottles produced. The scarcity of single casks lies in the fact that once a cask is sold out, the exact same liquid no longer exists.
Historical Context of the Vintage
| Dimension | Description | |
| Casking Year | 1998 | |
| Cask Type | Varies by batch (Sherry/Bourbon/Mizunara/White Oak all available) | |
| Alcohol Content | Original Strength Cask Strength (approx. 50–60% ABV) | |
| Typical Aging Period | Varies by bottling year, mostly 15–30 years |
Must Confirm Before Sale
| Check Item | Observation Method | |
| Label Cask Type | Indicated on front or back label | |
| Cask Number | Single cask number (XXXXXX) printed on back label | |
| Bottling Year | Back label Bottled YYYY | |
| Accessories | Original paulownia wood box, single cask certificate |
Selling Process
- Online Initial Estimate: WhatsApp 46135750 Send photos of the front, back, liquid level, and outer box of the bottle, and receive a reference price within half an hour.
- On-site Transaction: If the price is agreeable, arrange for appraisal at our store or at your location. After appraisal, cash/FPS payment will be made on the spot. All transactions are confidential. Appointments can be made for Hong Kong, Kowloon, New Territories, and Macau.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is my 1998 distillery single cask a general or special edition?
A: You can send a picture of the label design for us to determine. If there is no obvious thematic pattern (hero, distillery, barrel, Yokohama), it is a general single cask.
Q: What is the price difference between the general 1998 and special label 1998?
A: Depends on the rarity of the special label. The general edition serves as the base price, while special editions may have a premium of 20–50%.
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Hakushu Recycling Extended Information
To learn more about Hakushu's market prices for different vintages and editions, please browse view all Hakushu vintages, and refer to Japanese Whisky Recycling Model List, or enter the Japanese Whisky Encyclopedia series.
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