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Yamazaki Suntory Pure Malt - Gold Bottle, 1984, 43%
Yamazaki

Yamazaki Suntory Pure Malt - Gold Bottle, 1984, 43%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 22
Average Score
Avg 94
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Description

First introduced in 1984, this Yamazaki Suntory Pure Malt - Gold Bottle was the first version of this single malt release from Yamazaki, marking Japan's first seriously marketed single malt. This special gold edition was circulated only in Japan.

Overall Rating
94/100
Excellent94 / 100

Based on 1 published Maltiply review.

Maltiply Tasting Profile
Nose
Inviting notes of honey, dried apricots, and vanilla, with a delicate hint of oak and light floral undertones.
Palate
Smooth and rich, with flavors of caramel, roasted nuts, and subtle spices, balanced by a gentle smokiness.
Finish
Long and refined, leaving a warm sweetness with a touch of malt and oak.

Reviews

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Change+23.3%
LatestSGD 2,462
HighSGD 5,017
LowSGD 1,184
SGD 5,477SGD 3,893SGD 2,308SGD 724Price (SGD)Observed dateOct 6Dec 1Jun 22Oct 6 - SGD 1,998 - Whisky Auctioneer - Oct 6, 2025Nov 3 - SGD 1,970 - Whisky Auctioneer - Nov 3, 2025Dec 1 - SGD 1,974 - Whisky Auctioneer - Dec 1, 2025Dec 1 - SGD 1,184 - Whisky Auctioneer - Dec 1, 2025Feb 9 - SGD 2,788 - Whisky Auctioneer - Feb 9, 2026Mar 2 - SGD 5,017 - Unicorn Auctions - Mar 2, 2026Jun 22 - SGD 2,462 - Whisky Auctioneer - Jun 22, 2026

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Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Jun 22, 2026SGD 2,462.12
Unicorn AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Mar 2, 2026SGD 5,016.88
Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Feb 9, 2026SGD 2,787.95
Cask type
N.A
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
N.A
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
N.A
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
N.A
PPM
N.A
Barley
N.A
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
Yes
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Screw cap
Presentation
Gold bottle, wooden box
Series highlights
First version of Yamazaki's single malt release
Historical context
First introduced in 1984, Japan's first seriously marketed single malt.
Special release
Circulated only in Japan
Allocation
Japan
Nose
Inviting notes of honey, dried apricots, and vanilla, with a delicate hint of oak and light floral undertones.
Palate
Smooth and rich, with flavors of caramel, roasted nuts, and subtle spices, balanced by a gentle smokiness.
Finish
Long and refined, leaving a warm sweetness with a touch of malt and oak.
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