Up for auction: An exceptional collector and tasting duo celebrating the art of Japanese whisky making. This curated lot pairs the highly anticipated return of an age-stated single malt from Nikka's historic coastal distillery with a limited peated craft blend from one of Japan's oldest regional producers. Yoichi brings traditional direct coal-fired distillation, rich coastal peat, and mature oak depth from Hokkaido. Alongside it, Yamazakura Kuyuri showcases Sasanokawa Shuzo's mastery of blending peated malts, delivering refined smokiness wrapped in delicate floral and fruity Japanese elegance. Both bottles come complete with their original decorative presentation boxes. --- INCLUDED IN THIS LOT: 1. Nikka Single Malt Yoichi 10 Years Old (700 ml | 45% ABV) Crafted at Nikka's founding distillery in Yoichi, Hokkaido, established by Masataka Taketsuru in 1934. The 10-year-old age statement marks a triumphant return for Japanese age-stated whiskies. Delivers a bold, complex profile featuring peat smoke, coastal brine, candied citrus peel, baked apples, gentle herb notes, and rich woody maturation. 2. Yamazakura Kuyuri - Peated Blended Whisky (700 ml | 46% ABV) Produced by Sasanokawa Shuzo in Fukushima prefecture, a historic sake and shochu brewer that received its whisky license in 1946. "Kuyuri" refers to the gentle smoldering of aromatic smoke. A peated blend delivering crisp green orchard fruits, light campfire embers, honeyed cereals, floral blossoms, and a balanced, elegant smoky finish. --- LOT SPECIFICATIONS & CONDITION: * Producers: Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. & Sasanokawa Shuzo * Country: Japan * Category: Japanese Whisky (Single Malt & Peated Blended Whisky) * Total Volume: 1.4 Litres (2 x 700 ml / 70 cl) * Strength: * Yoichi 10 Years Old: 45% ABV * Yamazakura Kuyuri: 46% ABV * Age Statements: 10 Years Old (Yoichi) | NAS (Yamazakura) * Condition: Pristine collector condition. Both bottles are factory original, sealed, and unopened with tamper-evident neck capsules fully intact. Labels and bottle surfaces are immaculate and clean. * Packaging: Complete with both original presentation boxes in excellent condition. * Fill Level: Full / High into neck (clearly visible through transparent glass). --- IMPORTANT SHIPPING, PACKAGING & CUSTOMS INFORMATION: Safe Packaging: The bottle(s) will be securely wrapped using certified, shock-resistant protective bottle packaging designed for safe transit. Tracked Shipping: All parcels are shipped registered and provided with a Track & Trace link immediately upon dispatch. Shipping Restrictions & Excluded Destinations: Due to strict international carrier regulations regarding liquids above 24% ABV and postal import bans for private individuals, shipping is strictly limited to mainland European Union countries. No shipping to: the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Norway, Turkey, Brazil, Russia, Asia, or the Middle East. No shipping to EU overseas/special fiscal territories, including the Canary Islands, Channel Islands, Ceuta & Melilla, or the Aland Islands. Bids placed from addresses in these excluded regions will be canceled. Customs, Duties & Local Laws: Where applicable, any import duties, taxes, customs clearance charges, and local handling fees are solely the responsibility of the buyer. The seller cannot be held responsible for items seized, rejected, or delayed by domestic customs authorities due to local alcohol legislation. Legal Drinking Age: By placing a bid, the buyer legally confirms that they are of legal drinking age in both their country of residence and the delivery destination.