Yamazaki Distiller's Reserve

my first Japanese whiskey. honestly expected more WoW effect. But it was pleasant experience. Berry taste, vanilla finish for me. Probably will give it a second try...

My Favorite

Caveat: May have COVID Nose: jam, some apple, malt. Some light vanilla and honey, a bit of that milk chocolate wafer smell. Strawberry note I’ve heard about becomes more apparent after a few sips. Palate: Malty, a little spicy. Oak notes, fruit notes are pretty juicy whatever they are. Can see the fresh berry and white peach notes more and more as it opens. Lychee. Finish: Spicy, like a red hot. Sweet note underneath it. Overall: nice blend of fruit and cinnamon spice. I had to lean on MoM notes and others to guide this tasting because my taste and smell are a bit whacked, but only noted the things I could actually pick up with their help. Feels like a juicy, generous dram that would be great in summer. Could be a higher rating if my senses turn out to have been impaired.

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