Yamazaki Distiller's Reserve

Matured across three cask types simultaneously, Yamazaki Japanese Single Malt draws on American oak, ex-sherry and mizunara oak all at once, and the results are nothing short of spectacular. At 43% ABV, the nose opens with red fruits and strawberries in the foreground, mizunara's distinctive incense floating in behind them like a subtle presence. On the palate, raspberries and white peach lead the way, with candied fruits and a whisper of wood spice contributing welcome complexity. The finish is generously long, with vanilla and spice bringing things to a beautifully rounded close. Read more