Yamazaki 2016 Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky - 750ml Thomas H. HandyAfter the incredible success of the Yamazaki Sherry Cask 2013, voted "best whisky in the world" for 2015 in Jim Murray's Whisky Bible, Suntory reiterates the exercise with the Yamazaki Sherry Cask 2016. Composed exclusively of whiskies from Yamazaki aged in Sherry casks (Spanish barrels formerly used to mature the famous wine from Jerez), the 2016 edition is part of the heritage from previous versions with a fine selection of casks by Shinji Fukuyo,
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It is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to unlock its full flavor potential
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Lush toffee sweetness and dark chocolate with hints of vanilla
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Proof: 126
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It has been put in the class of a fine after-dinner cognac
Taste a round
a slight ester profile with hints of tropical fruit