{"product_id":"hui-shou-shan-qi-1980bai-xiang-mu-tong","title":"Yamazaki 1980 white oak barrels Buyback","description":"\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask: A Comparison of American White Oak, Mizunara, and Sherry Casks\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmerican White Oak is the most common cask material for Japanese and Scotch whiskies, often used for bourbon casks or new casks. The Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask represents an early experiment by the distillery, and along with the Mizunara and Sherry cask releases from the same period, it forms a perfect comparative set of the three major cask types. In the 1980s, Yamazaki had not yet entered mass production of single malts, and these early aged whiskies were only bottled and released in the 2010s, making them highly sought-after collector's items in the single cask series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki's Distillation Craft and Historical Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYamazaki is a \u003cb\u003esingle malt whisky\u003c\/b\u003e produced by Suntory, established in 1923. Its distillery is equipped with six pairs of copper pot stills of various shapes, from straight-necked to spherical, which is extremely rare for a single distillery. This allows Yamazaki to produce diverse raw spirits, laying the foundation for future experiments with various cask types. The liquid distilled in 1980 had undergone decades of maturation in casks; at that time, raw spirits from this era were not considered rare, but with the brand's increasing value and dwindling inventory, they have now become a core target in the collector's market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSingle Cask bottling means that all the liquid in the bottle comes from the same oak cask. The bottle usually indicates the cask number, distillation year, bottling year, and the number of bottles yielded. Once the cask is sold out, there will be no identical liquid available, which is the source of the scarcity of single cask aged whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComparison of Three Major Cask Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Contribution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Examples\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmerican White Oak\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCoconut, vanilla, butter.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBourbon casks \/ new casks.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpanish Oak (Sherry)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDark dried fruits, tannins, nuts.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePX \/ Oloroso Sherry casks.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eJapanese Mizunara\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSandalwood, temple incense.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMizunara casks.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Assessment Points Before Selling Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplanation and More Reliable Is\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eEarly experimental batch from the 1980s, the era itself holds collection value.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHigher valuation for those with original Paulownia wood box and numbered labels.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthenticity Verification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eStrict verification of label printing and seal details is required.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarket Demand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eStable demand among deep collectors.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare Before Selling Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eBefore inquiring about the price of Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask, take these photos\u003c\/b\u003e: Clearly photograph 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 to confirm the version before discussing collection arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to judge the quotation for Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask\u003c\/b\u003e: The price of Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask is not solely based on the vintage; it also depends on the box certificate, fill level, seal, and label condition. With complete information, the price will be closer to the transaction value.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions Before Selling Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: There are many versions of Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask with the same name. How can I avoid misjudging the price when inquiring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: First, take photos of the front and back labels, seal, fill level, and accessories, then add a photo of the bottle bottom or box certificate. Buyers attach great importance to the vintage, cask type, and old label style. It's especially important to distinguish between Mizunara and single cask versions, as relying solely on the name can lead to a rough estimate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is whisky from American White Oak casks more popular than Sherry casks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It depends on the collector's preference. Traditional Yamazaki collectors often prefer the deep fruity notes of Sherry casks, while the vanilla and buttery characteristics brought by American White Oak also have their own enthusiasts among international collectors. Collecting all three cask types together is itself a form of in-depth collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can an old whisky distilled in 1980 still be enjoyed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Theoretically, it can still be enjoyed if it has a high alcohol content and is perfectly sealed; however, as a top-tier aged whisky, most collectors choose to keep it for collection rather than opening it, in order to maintain its original condition and market valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInquiring about the price of Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask doesn't have to be complicated. Just clearly photograph the front, back label, fill level, seal, and box certificate. After sending them via WhatsApp to 46135750, we can discuss collection based on the version and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReference for Similar Versions of Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask can also be compared with:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-shan-qi-1979shui-you-tong\"\u003eYamazaki 1979 Mizunara Cask\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-shan-qi-1981xue-li-tong-yuan-jiu\"\u003eYamazaki 1981 Sherry Cask Original Whisky\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-shan-qi-yamazaki-san-de-li-jin-hua-1982-xue-li-tong-whisky\"\u003eYamazaki Suntory King Flower 1982 Sherry Cask Whisky\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe secondary market price of Yamazaki can vary depending on the release year, label version, and maturation cask. Below are the Yamazaki models we currently handle most often. You can compare them with your version before selling:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8Eyamazaki1997%E5%96%AE%E6%A1%B6%E5%8E%9F%E9%85%92\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1997 Single Cask Original 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%8Eyamazaki-1996-%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8Cwhisky\"\u003eYamazaki 1996 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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8E12%E5%B9%B4-%E8%88%8A%E7%89%88\"\u003eYamazaki 12 Year Old Old Version 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%BE%E6%89%801999%E8%BC%95%E4%BA%95%E6%BE%A4%E8%90%AC%E5%B9%B3%E9%85%92%E5%BA%97%E5%96%AE%E6%A1%B6%E5%8E%9F%E9%85%92\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1999 Karuizawa Manpei Hotel Single Cask Original Whisky Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Market Information for Yamazaki 1980 American White Oak Cask\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about the market prices of Yamazaki from different vintages and versions, you can browse \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8E%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003eView All Yamazaki Vintages\u003c\/a\u003e, and refer to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Buyback Models List\u003c\/a\u003e, or enter the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44335733244121,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/1980-_-The-Cask-of-Yamazaki-1980.jpg?v=1701418679","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/yamazaki-1980-white-oak-barrels-buyback","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}