Suntory, The Yamazaki, 12-Year-Old, Single Malt Whisky, Japan (43%)
- Japanese Whisky
Description
Due to limited stocks, this spirit has been restricted to one case per customer.
Yamazaki Distillery was founded in 1923 and has become the iconic Japanese single malt whisky. Indeed, placing it in the top echelon of renowned whisky distilleries would be more than fair. This 12-year-old bottling has been the benchmark that others judge themselves against for many years.
This is impeccable from every angle, with sweet nuttiness, complex spice, excellent length and a variety of fruit notes, from orchard to stewed and dried. As usual for Yamazaki, part of the maturation is in the fabled Mizunara oak, giving heady top notes to the gloriously coherent whole. Shouldn’t every whisky lover have a bottle of Yamazaki?
Rob Whitehead, Spirits Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd (December 2022)
About this spirit
The House of Suntory
Barley
Barley is a key ingredient in the production of some of the world's most renowned spirits, particularly whiskey and Scotch whisky. Malted barley is used as the primary grain in many single malt and blended Scotch whiskies, where it contributes a distinct malty, nutty, and sometimes smoky flavour profile. In addition to Scotch, barley is also a staple in the production of Irish whiskey, where it often lends a smoother, creamier taste. The versatility of barley as a grain makes it a favorite for creating complex and deeply nuanced spirits cherished by enthusiasts worldwide.
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