Yamazakura Asaka Japanese Single Malt Whisky
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A Japanese single malt from the Asaka distillery, released under the Yamazakura name. Produced in small batches, it represents the distillery’s modern, craft-focused approach to whisky making.
Asaka’s house style is clean and precise, favouring balance over heaviness. The character leans toward refined malt, gentle sweetness and measured oak influence, offering an approachable, elegant expression of contemporary Japanese single malt.
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Tasting Notes
Colour
Pale gold with a delicate honeyed glow.
Nose
Clean, precise nose centered on refined malt, with gentle sweetness that hints at vanilla and honey. Measured oak weaves in a restrained warmth, while delicate citrus zest and a whisper of cherry blossom lift the aroma, finishing in elegant, contemporary Japanese malt sophistication.
Palate
Silky and precise on the palate, a refined malt forms the backbone, carrying a gentle sweetness that stays poised and light. Measured oak threads vanilla and subtle spice through the spirit, never overwhelming, yielding a balanced, elegant mouthfeel. The finish is clean and sophisticated, leaving a refined impression of contemporary Japanese whisky.
Finish
Clean, precise and elegantly long, with refined malt, gentle sweetness and restrained oak; a balanced warmth lingers, leaving a polished, refined finish.