High price buyback of 55-year-old Yamazaki.

Yamazaki 55 Year Old: A Supreme Commemoration of Suntory's 120th Anniversary

Released in 2020 with only 100 bottles worldwide, the Yamazaki 55 Years is a supreme aged whisky launched by Suntory to commemorate its 120th anniversary (2019) and the 96th anniversary of the Yamazaki Distillery. The youngest original spirit was matured in Mizunara casks in 1964, while the oldest was matured in Sherry casks in 1960. Its over half-century aging period is one of the longest in Japanese whisky history.

Yamazaki Brand and Market Background

Yamazaki is Japan's first malt whisky distillery, founded by Shinjiro Torii in 1923. It is located at the foot of Mount Tenno in the Kyoto suburbs, an area known for its pristine water and moderate humidity.

Since Yamazaki 12 Year Old first won a gold medal at the ISC in 2003, international demand for the Yamazaki series has steadily increased. In 2014, Yamazaki Single Malt Sherry Cask was named "World's Best Whisky" by Jim Murray, further boosting its price and popularity.

During the maturation of high-aged whiskies (55 years and older), approximately 2-4% of the liquid evaporates annually due to the "Angel's Share." This means that only a fraction of the original liquid remains when bottled – the longer the aging period, the greater the loss and the higher the rarity.

Single Cask bottling means that each bottle of whisky comes from a single oak barrel. The bottle usually indicates the cask number, distillation year, bottling year, and the number of bottles yielded. The rarity of a single cask is that once it is sold out, the exact same liquid will no longer exist.

Historical Significance of Yamazaki 55 Year Old

Considerations for Selling

Selling Process

1. Photo and Price Inquiry: WhatsApp 46135750, send clear photos of the front of the bottle, back label, liquid level at the neck, bottom of the bottle, and outer box.
2. Same-Day Quote: Our team will respond with a quote based on the current week's market price. If the price is satisfactory, we will arrange doorstep or in-store collection, with cash or FPS settlement on the spot.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Yamazaki 55 Year Old vs. Yamazaki 50 Year Old, which one to choose?

A: The 55-year-old, being older, is positioned higher. However, the 50-year-old, having more release batches and a richer market transaction history, has a more mature valuation logic. Both are supreme-level whiskies; the choice depends on individual condition.

Q: Does a low bottle number (e.g., within the first 10) hold more value?

A: Yes. Low numbers (first 10) command a significant premium in the market, with some collectors specifically seeking them.

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More Yamazaki Collection Models

The market valuation of Yamazaki varies significantly across different vintages, cask types, and label versions. The table below lists the main Yamazaki models that Weiss Whisky actively purchases. It is more secure to compare them before selling:

• Yamazaki Distillery 2000 Single Cask Whisky Buyback Price
• Yamazaki Distillery 1999 Single Cask Whisky Buyback Price
• Yamazaki 2010 Whisky Buyback Price
• Yamazaki 25 Year Old Velvet Box Buyback Price
• Yamazaki 2009 Whisky Buyback Price

Extended Information on Yamazaki Buyback

To learn more about market prices for different vintages and versions of Yamazaki, you can browse the Yamazaki Yamazaki Collection Full Buyback Price List, and refer to the Japanese Whisky Buyback Overview, or enter the Japanese Whisky Encyclopedia series.

Selling for the first time? We recommend checking our FAQ, WhatsApp Home Appointment, or directly our Weiss Whisky 8-Year Practical Experience.

Flavor Profile: The opening offers floral and fruity notes with a hint of honey, followed by vanilla and cinnamon from the oak casks in the mid-palate, concluding with a long finish with a slight smokiness.