Balance defines greatness. This year, Yamazaki 18 Years Old was crowned Supreme Champion at the International Spirits Challenge—an honor recognized by whisky experts around the world. ISC judge and consultant Julia Nourney (julia_nourney) shares an insider’s view on why Yamazaki stands apart—from its refined fruitiness to the extraordinary balance shaped by time. To watch the full interview with Julia, head over to the House of Suntory YouTube channel (link in bio). Production: globalbartending | Photography/Videography: seanware #HouseofSuntory #Yamazaki #Yamazaki18 #JapaneseWhisky #SupremeChampionSpirit #ISC2025