Yamazaki Mizunara 2012
- Distillery
- Yamazaki
- Region
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 48%
- Price
- £3500
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- New Wood, Fragant, Honey, Vanilla
- Description
- Yamazaki's Mizunara 2012 represents a singular expression matured entirely in Japanese Mizunara oak, a rare and fragrant timber that imparts character impossible to find in traditional European or American cooperage. Mizunara's influence manifests as sandalwood, incense, and subtle spice woven through the distillery's inherent sophistication and delicate fruit notes. The texture is refined and ethereal, with a finish that lingers with aromatic complexity. This is a whisky for those seeking a departure from convention—a meditation on how geography and oak choice shape spirit character.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Yamazaki Mizunara 2012 is a single malt from Yamazaki (Japan), bottled at 48% ABV. Expect heavily oaked, sweet and floral character — new wood, fragant, honey, vanilla. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Yamazaki's Mizunara 2012 represents a singular expression matured entirely in Japanese Mizunara oak, a rare and fragrant timber that imparts character impossible to find in traditional European or American cooperage. Mizunara's influence manifests as sandalwood, incense, and subtle spice woven through the distillery's inherent sophistication and delicate fruit notes. The texture is refined and ethereal, with a finish that lingers with aromatic complexity. This is a whisky for those seeking a departure from convention—a meditation on how geography and oak choice shape spirit character.
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