The Yamazaki Distillery, founded in 1923, was the first whisky distillery in Japan. It is located on the outskirts of Kyoto where the ageing barrels enjoy high humidity. American, Spanish and Japanese Oak are used. This 90's style promotional video is worth a watch: http://www.suntory.com/yamazaki/video.html.
Tastings 13/05/12
NEAT
Gavin
Nose: Butter, Sourdough, Peach, Apricot, Vanilla
1st: Burning Sensation, Faint Caramel, Eucalyptus
Finish: Paint Stripper, Caramelised Fig
Tristan
Nose: The first thing I thought about the nose was 'Paint Thinner', but after my initial reaction I decided it was more the smell of straight Vanilla Extract. This is compliment with Bourbon undertones, a hint of Peach and Dates, and interestingly a faint but undeniable Bubblegum.
1st: A very Smooth and Warm start.
2nd: Acids kick in, and begins to taste rather like Bourbon.
3rd: Acidity drops off, then the Bourbon, leaving me with a Sweet 'Brown' flavour, reminiscent of Sticky Date Pudding.
Overall: A very smooth but very strong drop that is both awakening and warming at the same time.
WITH A SPLASH OF WATER
Gavin
Nose: Marzipan, Vanilla
1st: Smooth, Caramel, Tart Citrus (Grapefruit/Lemon)
Finish: Chocolate, Lemon
Tristan
Nose: Much clearer nose, that reminds me of Bourbon, but with a hint of Lavender. The nose is Smooth and Powerful.
1st: Although still quite Warming, the water decreases this character slightly
2nd: Brings in a faint Molasses and increases the Heat
3rd: Citrus and a bit of Salt, which dies off quickly to leave a lingering 'Green/Yellow' in your mouth.
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