Tasting Notes: Yamazaki 12 Years

Yamazaki 12 Years (Japanese Single Malt Whisky: 12 Years Old: 43% ABV)

Visual: Slightly sherried gold.

Viscosity: Several moderate speed thin streaks.

Nose: Raspberry and plums, planed wood and syrup sweetness.

Body: Rich raspberry and golden syrup. Slightly spicy. Strawberry.

Finish: Raspberry, sherry. Slight alcohol burn. A touch more fiery spice comes out with water, then dry malt and fudge.

Conclusion: A pretty decent fruity sweet whisky. The notes do not waver much between the nose body and finish, which leads to a more simple but no less enjoyable experience.

The simplicity comes in variety rather than flavour as there is a decent amount going on. A somewhat dessert themed whisky, almost a raspberry Pavlova style, or some other meringue dessert, both of which it would complement well. A lovely spice to add to a lighter dish.