This sought-after Yamazaki was made with Islay peated barley, imparting an additional layer of smoky complexity to the distillery’s single malt. A wonderful marriage of two great whisky producing cultures, this is an elegant whisky with notes of crème brûlée, candied orange peels, and apricots, underpinned by freshly cut ginger and a rich, sweet finish. A great addition to the 2024 Tsukuriwake series.
Nose: A gentle veil of smoke drifts across the nose, nuanced by a delicate biscuit note. Islay peat threads through Yamazaki’s characteristic sweetness, yielding warmth and quiet invitation.