The Yamazaki Whisky 12 years (70 cl)

Suntory’s flagship single malt from Japan’s first whisky distillery, aged in a mix of casks including Spanish oak, American white oak and native mizunara, then blended by hand for balance. Expect ripe orchard fruit, honey and a gentle spice, with a soft sweetness and a light smokiness that never overwhelms. Smooth enough to drink neat and refined enough to hold its own against any single malt on the bar shelf.