Yamazakura Blended Whisky

Yamazakura Blended Whisky is a Japanese blended whisky brought to market by Sasanokawa Shuzo, a long-established family producer based in Koriyama, Fukushima Prefecture, which also operates the Asaka Distillery. Combining malt and grain whiskies, it is an easy-going, approachable introduction to the Yamazakura range, bottled at 40% ABV.

The nose opens with orange blossom and subtle notes of earthy oak. On the palate, fresh orchard fruit and greengages meet a salted-caramel-coated biscuit sweetness, leading to a finish of medium length that is rich in vanilla. Light and versatile, it can be enjoyed neat, over a large ice cube, or as the base for a refreshing Japanese-style highball.