Yamazaki Distiller's Reserve

Matured across three cask types at the same time, 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 at the forefront, mizunara's signature incense drifting in behind like a polite ghost. On the palate, raspberries and white peach move to centre stage, 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 beautiful close. Read more