Nose: Fine, balanced. malted barley-like, fruity (green banana, golden apple), acacia honey, exotic (pineapple), spicy (coriander, ginger, black pepper) and herbaceous (chervil, lovage). Then, gradually, medicinal notes (balsam).
Mouth: Lively, taut. Citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit) provide a dynamic attack. This is followed by a beautiful, almost roasted vanilla sequence (coffee), whose greediness highlights a remarkable sweet/savory balance.
Finish: Long, rich, with aniseed (star anise), vegetal (zucchini flower) and creamy (coconut milk) flavors gradually spreading around the palate.
With its peaty, smoky character, the single malt produced by the famous Hokkaidō distillery bears a striking resemblance to its Scottish brethren from the island of Islay. Breaking with tradition, we invite you to discover Yoichi in a new light, as it is totally peat-free. As you taste this version, you'll follow paths that are abundantly malty, fruity and spicy, evoking both the Lowlands and Speyside regions.
Nose: Fruity, apricot, banana supported by creamy vanilla pastry. Apple tea adds depth.
Mouth: Notes from sherry casks deliver a pleasant sweetness of dried plum and hazelnut. The experience continues with delicate fruitiness and acacia honey that adds complexity.
Finish: Delectable with a clean, perfectly controlled finish. A rich, slightly tannic sensation lingers on ripe fruit.
Nose: Lots of pear, apple, fruit and vanilla. Light peat is there, but not overpowering.
Mouth: Soft and delicate, nicely balanced with some oak. Notes of spicy oak, vanilla, opens to orange and pear.
Finish: Long, round and slightly dry.
Nose: Fine, balanced. malted barley-like, fruity (green banana, golden apple), acacia honey, exotic (pineapple), spicy (coriander, ginger, black pepper) and herbaceous (chervil, lovage). Then, gradually, medicinal notes (balsam).
Mouth: Lively, taut. Citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit) provide a dynamic attack. This is followed by a beautiful, almost roasted vanilla sequence (coffee), whose greediness highlights a remarkable sweet/savory balance.
Finish: Long, rich, with aniseed (star anise), vegetal (zucchini flower) and creamy (coconut milk) flavors gradually spreading around the palate.