{"product_id":"hui-shou-shan-qi-yamazaki1997dan-tong-yuan-jiu","title":"of 1997 single cask of raw spirit from the Yamazaki Distillery Buyback","description":"\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1997 Single Cask Genshu: Key Identification Points for the General Single Cask Release\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Yamazaki Distillery 1997 Single Cask Genshu (Cask Strength) is a limited-release single cask expression from the distillery. It is undiluted and typically has an alcohol content of 50-60%. This page focuses on the general 1997 single cask, which is distinct from the Guramartin co-branded version, belonging to different batches and SKUs. Before selling, clarify which version you have to ensure accurate valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu Collection Popularity and Version History\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYamazaki Distillery was founded by Shinjiro Torii in 1923. The distillery is located at the foot of Mount Tenno in Osaka Prefecture, an area known for its clear water and moderate humidity. It was Japan's first malt whisky distillery. Yamazaki produces \u003cb\u003esingle malt\u003c\/b\u003e whisky, and maturation in various cask types is a distinctive feature of its style. International recognition for Yamazaki was not instantaneous: market attention and secondary market prices only began to rise after Yamazaki 12 Year Old won gold at the ISC in 2003 and the Sherry Cask version received high praise from Jim Murray in 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1997 vintage was barreled before the brand's international reputation began to soar. At that time, such whiskies were not considered rare treasures. However, due to dwindling stock, they have now become highly sought after in the collector's market – which also constitutes the leverage for sellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications of this 1997 Single Cask\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e1997 (General Single Cask Batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eVaries by batch; Sherry, Bourbon, Mizunara, and American Oak have all appeared\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol Content\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCask Strength, approx. 50–60% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypical Maturation Period\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eVaries by bottling year, mostly 15–30 years\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlease Check These Four Items Before Selling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSingle cask valuation heavily relies on label details. It is especially important to first confirm if your bottle is a general release. The following items can be checked before taking photos:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObservation Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLabel Cask Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCask type indicated on the front or back label (Sherry \/ Bourbon \/ Mizunara, etc.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSingle cask number (XXXXXX) printed on the back label\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c!--nl\/\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBottling Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\"Bottled YYYY\" on the back label, allowing calculation of actual maturation period\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c!--nl\/\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eWhether the original (paulownia wood box) and single cask certificate are complete\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c!--nl\/\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu Selling Arrangements and Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eInquire about the approximate price for Yamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu first\u003c\/b\u003e: Take clear photos of the front, back label, fill level, seal, and box\/certificate. Send them via WhatsApp to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e. We will first assess the version and condition based on the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eYamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu is valued based on its physical condition\u003c\/b\u003e: If the Yamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu is an old or limited edition, we will first verify the version and accessories item by item, then arrange a pickup time.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eon-site or in-store\u003c\/b\u003e: Free on-site pickup in Hong Kong, Kowloon, and New Territories. Appointments can be made for outlying islands and Macau. Payment will be settled immediately in cash or via FPS upon confirmation.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePractical Questions Regarding Selling Yamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What details most easily affect the price of Yamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Fill level, seal, label wear, outer box condition, and rarity of the version are most crucial. For popular batches, recent market demand will also be considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much is the price difference between the 1997 General Single Cask and the Guramartin co-branded version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Guramartin co-branded version carries additional branding and a narrative, often commanding a premium over the general version in the market. The actual difference depends on current transaction ranges. The general single cask itself is still a scarce item from an older vintage and will be purchased according to market rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I distinguish between the general release and the co-branded version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The co-branded version has a different label theme and markings compared to the general single cask. Take clear photos of the front and back labels and send them to us; our team can help determine which one it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Before valuing my Yamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu, should I gather all the box and certificate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Having the box and certificate is certainly best. If you can't find them temporarily, the bottle itself can be assessed first. The layout of the front and back labels, the neck seal, the fill level, and the box\/certificate are key. If it's Mizunara, Sherry, or a single cask, details on the bottle's base and batch are also worth photographing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you only want to know the approximate selling price of your Yamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu, you don't need to bring the bottle out yet. Take clear photos of the front and back labels, fill level, seal, and accessories, and send them to WhatsApp 46135750. We will first verify the version based on the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu Models for Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated models for Yamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-shan-qi-yamazaki-zheng-liu-suo-1996dan-tong-yuan-jiu\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1996 Single Cask Genshu\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-shan-qi-zheng-liu-suo-1998xue-li-dan-tong-yuan-jiu-wei-shi-ji-whisky\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1998 Sherry Single Cask Genshu Whisky\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-shan-qi-zheng-liu-suo-1999dan-tong-yuan-jiu\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1999 Single Cask Genshu\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven within Yamazaki, differences in vintage, label version, and maturation cask type will lead to significant price variations. Before selling, you can compare your version's market position:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8Eyamazaki-%E8%92%B8%E9%A4%BE%E6%89%801993%E5%96%AE%E6%A1%B6%E5%8E%9F%E9%85%92\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1993 Single Cask Genshu Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8Eyamazaki-%E8%92%B8%E9%A4%B8%E6%89%801994%E5%96%AE%E6%A1%B6%E5%8E%9F%E9%85%92\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1994 Single Cask Genshu Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8E-1980%E7%99%BD%E6%A9%A1%E6%9C%A8%E6%A1%B6\"\u003eYamazaki 1980 White Oak Cask Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8E%E8%92%B8%E9%A4%B8%E6%89%80-1998-%E6%A9%AB%E6%BF%B1%E9%96%8B%E6%B8%AF150%E5%91%A8%E5%B9%B4%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1998 Yokohama Port Opening 150th Anniversary Whisky Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8E-1986%E5%96%AE%E6%A1%B6\"\u003eYamazaki 1986 Single Cask Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki 1997 Single Cask Genshu Related Buyback Pages\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about market prices for other Yamazaki vintages and versions, please visit \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8E%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003eYamazaki Latest Buyback Prices\u003c\/a\u003e, refer to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Full Series Valuation\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eComplete Guide to Japanese Whisky\u003c\/a\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44108645990617,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/1997-_-Yamazaki-1997-Single-Cask.jpg?v=1695801021","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/of-1997-single-cask-of-raw-spirit-from-the-yamazaki-distillery-buyback","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}