Yamazaki 12 Year Old Gift Set: A Classic Japanese Single Malt Experience
This gift set provides a complete experience for enjoying the iconic Yamazaki 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky. It includes the whisky itself, a Glencairn glass for optimal tasting, and a cigar pairing suggestion (though confirm with the retailer if the cigar is included).
Gift Set Includes:
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Yamazaki 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky: This is the flagship expression from Japan's oldest distillery, Yamazaki. It's aged for 12 years in a variety of casks, including American oak, Spanish sherry oak, and Japanese Mizunara oak.
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Tasting Notes:
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Aroma: Peach, pineapple, grapefruit, clove, candied orange, vanilla, and a hint of Mizunara (Japanese oak).
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Palate: Raspberry, apricot, honey, white chocolate, and a subtle hint of coconut.
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Finish: Sweet ginger and cinnamon with a lingering finish.
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Glencairn Whisky Glass: The tulip-shaped Glencairn glass is specifically designed to concentrate the aromas of whisky, enhancing the tasting experience.
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Cigar: A medium-bodied cigar with notes of cedar, spice, and nuts to complement the Yamazaki 12's fruity and spicy profile.
Additional Information from the Bottle and Box:
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"Suntory Whisky THE YAMAZAKI SINGLE MALT JAPANESE WHISKY": Clearly identifies the whisky.
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"AGED 12 YEARS": Indicates the whisky's age statement.
Overall Impression:
This Yamazaki 12 Year Old Gift Set is a sophisticated and thoughtful present for any whisky enthusiast. The inclusion of the Glencairn glass elevates the tasting experience, while the cigar pairing suggestion (if included) adds another layer of sensory enjoyment. The Yamazaki 12 is a classic for a reason, offering a harmonious blend of fruit, spice, and oak notes.
