Cask finishes: Sherry, Bourbon & Mizunara Casks Yamazaki 18 Suntory’s multi award-winning Japanese single malt from Yamazaki, the oldest whisky distillery in Japan. The single malt was launched in 1992, and around 80% of the liquid is matured in sherry butts, while the remaining whisky spent its years in American and Mizunara oak casks. An absolutely stunning marriage of fruit, oak and smoky notes, it’s really no wonder why it won so many awards! Winner of 3 spirit awards Gold Japanese Single Malt 13 to 20 Years - 2016 World Whiskies Awards Best Japanese Single Malt - 2015 World Whiskies Awards Gold Japanese Single Malt 13 to 20 Years - 2014 World Whiskies Awards Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt Nose Truffles, thick bitter marmalade and resin. Potpourri and heavy Oloroso sherry. Palate A rich, bittersweet palate with heather roots, cigar leaves, honey, toffee apples, plum wine and black pepper. A touch of rancio, perhaps… Finish Long, fruity, marmalade-led finish.