Yamato Red Samurai Japanese Whisky
Yamato Red Samurai Japanese Whisky is an 80-proof (40% ABV), 750mL Japanese whisky — the red-labeled sibling of Yamato's Samurai line. Aiko Importers built the Yamato brand from casks acquired at a large distillery in Yamanashi Prefecture: a blend of malt and Yamanashi grain whisky, aged in Mizunara oak in the Kofu Basin and bottled without chill filtration. Toasted honeycomb, toffee, and vanilla lead; it drinks neat, on the rocks, or in a highball. 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 Red Samurai of Yamanashi
The Samurai editions honor the discipline of Japan's warrior class, and the vivid red bottle stands out on any bar. Yamato was created when Aiko Importers acquired excess barrels from one of Yamanashi's largest distilleries and, under Japanese authority, developed them into an exclusive small-batch brand. Explore more Japanese whisky or browse the Yamato collection at Del Mesa Liquor.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Toasted honeycomb, toffee, and vanilla (retailer notes).
Palate: Rich barley sweetness, nougat and hazelnut, a touch of Japanese-oak spice.
Finish: Soft and mellow.
How to Enjoy
Neat or over a large cube to catch the Mizunara spice; it makes an excellent highball — light, sweet, and floral over sparkling water.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yamato whisky?
A Japanese whisky brand built by Aiko Importers from casks sourced at a large Yamanashi distillery.
What makes the Red edition different?
It is the red-labeled sibling of the Samurai line — same Mizunara-aged malt-and-grain style.
Is it chill-filtered?
No — bottled without chill filtration.
What does it taste like?
Toasted honeycomb, toffee, vanilla, nougat, and hazelnut with soft oak spice.
An eye-catching gift and an easy-drinking pour — order Yamato Red Samurai at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.