Yamazaki 10 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 40.00%
7 A charming summery dram. The perfect “herbal tea” to savour while gazing at the moonlit sky.
Yamazaki 12 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 43.00%
7 This was a pioneering malt in Japan, for which Suntory deserve great credit.
Yamazaki 12 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 43.00%
7 A pioneering malt in Japan, for which Suntory deserve great credit. In its early days, it was rounded and delicate, as though wary of offending anyone. Now it is more intense, confident and elegant.
Yamazaki 12 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 43.00%
7 An open and conversational whisky. Does not boast complexity but has a vibrant fruity aromatic profile. Tastes stronger than 43%.
Yamazaki 12 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 43.00%
7 The palate does not keep what the nose promises. Disappointing. Sweetness does not make up for flavour.
Yamazaki 18 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 43.00%
7 Big flavours, and a lot happening, but could be rounder.
Yamazaki 18 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 43.00%
8 Well-balanced. Full of flavour.
Yamazaki 18 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 43.00%
8 Surprisingly, water tones the oaky flavours down, bringing out more malty sweetness. Quite a self-indulgent dram.
Yamazaki 1980 Japanese White Oak Cask
Single Malt - Japan - 58.00%
7 The most herbal and spicy of these three bottlings, and the most distinctive.
Yamazaki 1980 Vintage Malt
Single Malt - Japan - 56.00%
8 Big but balanced. Shows complexity.
Yamazaki 1984 24 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 48.00%
It's as if all the tastes have been turned up to max.
Yamazaki 1990 Sherry Butt
Single Malt - Japan - 61.00%
7 For the big sherried lovers.
Yamazaki 1991 Bourbon Cask
Single Malt - Japan - 60.00%
7 An interesting interplay of flavours. Comes to rather an abrupt halt.
Yamazaki 1991 Sherry Cask
Single Malt - Japan - 61.00%
7 Can the elegant Yamazaki whisky stand up to heavy sherry? In this case, yes. A dexterously balanced malt.
Yamazaki 1993 Bourbon Cask
Single Malt - Japan - 58.00%
7 The Yamazaki I know well; but with a more obvious and robust hint of bourbon character.
Yamazaki 1993 Heavily Peated Malt
Single Malt - Japan - 62.00%
7 Great balanceand intrigue in here. Well worth a look.
Yamazaki 25 Years Old
Single Malt - Japan - 43.00%
6 A PX sherry first fill? Fine if you like oak infusion. Clings on your palate for ages. Too oaky to be OK.
Yamazaki 80th Anniversary Bottling
Single Malt - Japan - 43.00%
8 A lovely, elegant, delicately malty Yamazaki.
Yamazaki Bourbon Barrel
Single Malt - Japan - 48.00%
8 It pulls in a number of directions, but each one is equally interesting and exciting. Terrific stuff.
Yamazaki Bourbon Cask, 1993
Single Malt - Japan - 59.00%
7 Lots happening, lively, enjoyable.
Yamazaki Mizunara
Single Malt - Japan - 48.00%
8 Nice balance of aromas and flavours here, with some unusual aromatic notes to boot.
Yamazaki Oak Cask , 1979
Single Malt - Japan - 58.00%
7 Scores points for its robust distinctiveness.
Yamazaki Puncheon
Single Malt - Japan - 48.00%
7 A continuation from the previous, in terms of style, with definite notes of citrus and pleasant oak.
Yamazaki Sherry Cask
Single Malt - Japan - 48.00%
8 Bold and rich, but with no signs of being overpowered.
Yamazaki Sherry Wood, 1982
Single Malt - Japan - 45.00%
7 Any whisky-lover would be glad of the chance to taste this, even if it is on the woody side.
Yamazaki The Cask of Yamazaki 1974
Single Malt - Japan - 55.00%
A magnificent mouthful.
Scotch Malt Whisky Society Yamazaki 1979, Japanese Oak Cask, 119.2
Single Malt - Japan - 57.40%
8 A breakfast malt? Splendidly complex, with Japanese oak adding that extra touch of distinctiveness.
Scotch Malt Whisky Society Yamazaki 1980, White Oak Cask, 119.1
Single Malt - Japan - 50.90%
8 Elegant, and more flavoursome than Suntory bottlings I think.
Scotch Malt Whisky Society Yamazaki 1991, 11 Years Old, 119.5
Single Malt - Japan - 62.20%
8 Saves all the action for the finish. Very appetising.
Scotch Malt Whisky Society Yamazaki, 10 Years Old, 119.3
Single Malt - Japan - 56.20%
8 A surprising amount of peat in this usually very delicate malt.
The Next Evolution
Dave Broomlooks at the new steps for Japanese whisky maker Suntory
December 2012, Issue 108, page 22
Heading Downtown
America's most famous city hosts the greatest whisky show on earth,we find out more
June 2008, Issue 72, page 9
Ice cold in Tokyo
With Japanese bar culture increasingly influencing many of Europe's leading mixologists, so there is no better time to discover some of the unique ways to enjoy the country's whisky too. Neil J. Ridle...
July 2010, Issue 89, page 50
Eastern Promises
London's smartest Japanese restaurants may be admired for their minimalist chic but the entrance to Sake No Hana is a little too minimal and discreet for its own good. I weave through the crowds and a...
January 1970, Issue 84, page 52
Perfectly Prague
Joe Bates heads out east to find a surprise in Eastern Europe.
June 2009, Issue 80, page 34
Whisky at ease with itself (Yamazaki)
At Yamazaki the distillery and church stand next to each other in harmony. Dave Broom witnesses whisky making at its noblest
July 2004, Issue 41, page 32
WHISKY LIVE LONDON 2010
2010 marks the 10th anniversary of Whisky Live, first held in Tokyo and London 10 years ago. Whisky Live London 2010 will headline a number of new elements, including the first ever Whisky Antiques Ro...
January 2010, Issue 85, page 7
Behind the stick
Dave finds himself on the other side of the bar, dispensing wisdom and drams
June 2012, Issue 104, page 10
A touch of spice
Spicy food works well with whisky.Martine Nouet visited La Porte des Indes for a special Indian food and whisky tasting
June 2006, Issue 56, page 44
Fusing Flavours
William Curley is officially Britain's Best Chocolatier, having been given the prestigious accolade four years
running by the Academy Of Chocolate, for his innovative approach to flavour. Neil Ridley...
June 2012, Issue 104, page 26
The Art of Whisky
Stephen Notman Reports from Whisky Live Shanghai.
July 2010, Issue 89, page 9
Join the debate
Email the team editorial@whiskymag.com
December 2007, Issue 68, page 74
Suntory time
Dave Broom talks plum liqueur, the boom years and Japan's drinking culture with the quiet genius behind some of country's best loved whiskies.
April 2009, Issue 79, page 24
The Perfect Place
In a two-part feature, the Whisky Magazine Japan team takes us to Northern Japan to look at the bars and food on offer.
December 2011, Issue 100, page 71
Out of the ordinary
Dave Broom gives us his guide to staying ,eating,drinking and visiting in Japan
October 2006, Issue 59, page 34
Whisky live Paris 2008
A full sensory experience
October 2008, Issue 75, page 10
Showtime at Glasgow
The world's premier whisky tasting show, Whisky Live visited Glasgow for the fifth time recently and
sales boomed with a record attendance on the Saturday.
November 2008, Issue 76, page 10
The Art of Science
Dave Broom examines how Japan's distillers are taking their country's whiskies into the world.
January 1970, Issue 84, page 14
Land of the rising sun
Dave Broom gives us his tips on places to go when in Japan.
November 2007, Issue 67, page 40
Whisky Live North America
More than 1700 enthusiasts converged on the Metro Toronto Convention Centre recently to take part in the largest whisky tasting event in Canada.
With seven sold out masterclasses, Highland Dancers an...
January 2010, Issue 85, page 10
Small but perfectly formed
Joe Bates looks at the delightful London City airport.
January 2008, Issue 69, page 39
Walking the mile
Dave Broom takes us to one of Osaka's many bars.
January 2010, Issue 85, page 38
Reaching Madrid
Joe Bates braves volcano-related travel chaos to visit Madrid Barajas Airport.
June 2010, Issue 88, page 36
Two sides of the emotional coin
Dave Broom on good times and bad times with whisky
February 2004, Issue 37, page 12
Taken by storm
We report from the recent Shanghai show
July 2009, Issue 81, page 10
The BIG Apple
America's east coast metropolis braced itself for the greatest whisky show on earth
June 2007, Issue 64, page 58
Heart of Oak
Chris Bunting visits Japan's most maritime distillery.
February 2010, Issue 86, page 46
The blog boys
Dominic Roskrow meets the brains behind the Edinburgh Blog.
January 2010, Issue 85, page 32
Still in league with the devil
Michael Jackson continues the saga of a tasting at Philip Pullman's house
May 2004, Issue 39, page 11
Taking care of business (Colin Dunn - Morrison Bowmore)
Colin Dunn is business develoment executive at Morrison Bowmore. So what does he do? Richard Jones reports
October 2004, Issue 43, page 52
Whisky's des res
Sally Toms explores the whisky bar at Glasgow's most luxurious hotel.
November 2008, Issue 76, page 20
A special relationship
Michael Jackson takes a reflective look at Japan, Scotland and whisky
November 2001, Issue 19, page 24
Chills and thrills (Yoichi)
Dave Broomtries to discover the secret of Nikka by visiting its North Japanese Yoichi distillery
October 2003, Issue 34, page 32
Online with style
Joe Bates looks at the World of Whiskies website.
October 2009, Issue 83, page 34
Boom time
A huge palm tree,immaculate croquet lawns,magnificent setting and impressive whiskies… we review Whisky Live London.
April 2009, Issue 79, page 10
The knowledge
Misako Udo is the ultimate whisky enthusiast and her book The Scottish Whisky Distilleries is the most intensely researched book ever published.
July 2009, Issue 81, page 33
The Miller's Tale
Oddly enough, unlike the 1,000 or so visitors, I did not get the opportunity to taste much at Whisky Live in Tokyo (see review pages 16-17). However, those precious few whiskies I did manage to sample...
February 2004, Issue 37, page 5
Fashion Invasion
Joe Bate reports on how whiskey arrived in style at Belfast City.
July 2010, Issue 89, page 36
Reasons to be cheerful
Actually, maybe that should read “reasons to be cautiously optimistic”, but it doesn't scan quite as
well. Instead of the usual discursive ramblings here's some personal thoughts on some trends wh...
February 2010, Issue 86, page 8
A sense of place
Joe Bates finds out how the new Frankfurt store gets local.
February 2010, Issue 86, page 36
Mr Hi Ball
Dave Broom talks liquid, occasion and serve with Suntory Liquors whisky supremo
April 2011, Issue 95, page 23
Reaching the top
Top ranking Dubai takes whisky offers upmarket,Joe Bates finds out why.
September 2009, Issue 82, page 34
The state of Japan
For this issue's round table we hand over to Dave Broom, who recently hosted a live debate in Japan with representatives of three leading companies. This is his summary of that event
July 2006, Issue 57, page 16
Intrinsic Differences
Ryan Chetiyawardana mixes up some oriental delights
December 2012, Issue 108, page 40
Treasure Store
New Le Clos store enhances Dubai airport's fine spirits reputation.
April 2013, Issue 111, page 78
The best year yet
This year's Icons of Whisky were the toughest yet. Drawing up the shortlists was a nightmare.And the voting in nearly all categories was painfully close. Dominic Roskrowreports
March 2006, Issue 54, page 18
All Shapes and Sizes
Dave Broom looks at how Japanese oak imparts exotic flavours, and the different cask types used in whisky making.
December 2011, Issue 100, page 64
Cherry Aid
Neil Ridley has a few suggestions to get your Manhattan perfect and your Sour really singing
October 2012, Issue 107, page 38
A Voyage of Discovery
Martine Nouet takes us through the gems of French distilling.
October 2011, Issue 99, page 39
THE ORCADIAN FIRE
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