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Japanese Whisky · Japan

Yamazaki 12

Japan's first whisky distillery. Fruity and layered.

ABV43%
Age12 Year
Price$120–160
Rating4.6 ★

Distillery

Suntory Yamazaki

Tasting notes

Nose
Peach, pineapple, vanilla, sandalwood
Palate
Fruity with peach, pineapple, vanilla, and gentle oak
Finish
Long, with lingering fruit and oak

Flavor profile

peachpineapplevanillasandalwoodoak

How to drink it

  • neat
  • rocks

Food pairings

  • sushi
  • seared scallops
  • fresh fruit
  • white chocolate

Price tier

Splurge territory. $100+. Buy when you want something truly memorable.

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