Yamato Black Samurai Japanese Whisky
Yamato Black Samurai Japanese Whisky is an 80-proof (40% ABV), 750mL Japanese whisky — the black-labeled, boldest expression of Yamato's Samurai line. A blend of malt and Yamanashi grain whisky from casks Aiko Importers sourced at a large Yamanashi distillery, aged in Mizunara oak in the Kofu Basin and bottled non-chill filtered. Richer and deeper than its Red and Gold siblings, with dark fruit, toasted oak, and Japanese-oak spice. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Blend: malt + Yamanashi grain whisky
- Cask: Mizunara oak, Kofu Basin
- Filtration: non-chill filtered
- Origin: Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan (Aiko Importers)
The Boldest Samurai
Black is where the Samurai line goes darkest — deeper oak, darker fruit, and the most pronounced Mizunara spice of the trio. The same Yamanashi malt-and-grain blend, pushed toward the brooding end of the Mizunara spectrum. Explore more Japanese whisky or browse the Yamato collection at Del Mesa Liquor.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Dark fruit, toasted oak, incense-like Mizunara spice.
Palate: Rich and rounded — caramelized fruit, vanilla, warming oak spice.
Finish: Long, warming, and softly spicy.
How to Enjoy
Neat or over one large cube to let the darker notes unfold; it stands up well to a splash of water and to bold food pairings like grilled meats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Yamato is the boldest?
Black — the richest, darkest expression of the Samurai line.
Is it chill-filtered?
No — all Yamato Samurai editions are bottled non-chill filtered.
What cask is used?
Mizunara Japanese oak, in the Kofu Basin.
Who imports Yamato?
Aiko Importers, which built the brand from Yamanashi distillery casks.
The dark side of the Samurai line — pick up Yamato Black Samurai at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.