How Much Does Yamato Takeda Armor Edition Cost in 2026?
Yamato Takeda Armor Edition — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $129.99 | $5.12 | $7.69 | 16.9 |
About Yamato Takeda Armor Edition
Yamato Takeda Armor Edition is a blended Japanese whisky at 40% ABV, produced by Aiko Importers Inc. and bottled in a striking collectible decanter featuring intricate samurai armor inspired by the legendary daimyo Takeda Shingen from Japan's Sengoku period. What makes it special is the unique Mizunara oak finishing, which imparts distinctive spicy, buttery, and exotic notes rare in whisky production due to the wood's challenging properties, paired with a light, smooth profile ideal for highballs—a Japanese favorite. It's for collectors drawn to eye-catching displays, Japanese culture enthusiasts, and those seeking an approachable entry into premium Japanese whisky without heavy peat or smoke. In its category, it stands out for the bottle's artistry over intense complexity, offering gentle vanilla, fruit, and earthiness at $129.99 for 750ml—more affordable than initial $140-$300 prices but divisive on value, rivaling softer Scotches in smoothness yet uniquely Japanese in finesse.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Oak and vanilla dominate with delightful buttery aromas wafting from the glass. Subtle spices and earthiness emerge, hinting at Mizunara oak's influence. A light, inviting softness suits highball preparation.
👅 Palate
Vanilla and oak blend with beautiful fruits, spices, and a buttered biscuit backdrop. The mouthfeel is light, delicate, and smooth, with Mizunara spiciness shining through without overwhelming. Gentle complexity makes it easy-drinking and harmonious.
✨ Finish
Earthy with light spices and a silky smoothness. Very clean and short, leaving subtle oils without lingering intensity.
Popular Cocktails with Yamato Takeda Armor Edition
Yamato Highball — Pour 2 oz over ice in a tall glass, top with chilled soda water, and garnish with a lemon twist.
Samurai Sour — Mix 2 oz with 0.75 oz lemon juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and egg white; shake dry then with ice, strain over rocks.
Armor Old Fashioned — Stir 2 oz with 0.25 oz Mizunara syrup, 2 dashes orange bitters over a large ice cube, express orange peel.
Food Pairings
Grilled yakitori skewers, Sushi rolls with light soy, Tempura vegetables, Miso-glazed salmon, Lightly salted edamame
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