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Whisky Review: Yoichi Single Malt 10-Year-Old

We review Yoichi Single Malt 10-Year-Old, produced at a Japanese distillery still practicing the traditional Scottish method of using direct coal-fired distillation in their pot stills.

OVERALL RATING

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Yoichi Single Malt 10-Year-Old review

Tasting Notes

About:

90 proof (45% ABV), 750 ml bottle MSRP $175.
Appearance:
Yellow gold.
Nose:
Bright fruit notes hit the nose first followed by notes of honeysuckle, vanilla, lemon zest, juicy pear, yellow rose petals, and touch of fresh cut oak.
Palate:
On the palate are soft notes of warm spices, golden raisins, slightly buttery vanilla bean, mint, and very subtle hints of smoke on the backend.
Finish:
Comments:
Delicate-bodied single malt with a clean, supple oiliness that generously blankets the tongue followed by a medium to long finish that’s smooth with a subtle creaminess. The flavor profile is not overly complex but vibrant nonetheless and very nicely balanced. Overall, delightfully fragrant and very approachable with a gentle, unassuming decadence.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Jennifer Williams

Jennifer Williams honed her appreciation for patrons with a discerning taste for fine whiskey during her 15-year tenure as a bartender in Dallas, Texas. Since relocating to Portland, Oregon in 2019, she graduated from Portland State University with a major in English Literature and a minor in Writing. During her final term at PSU, Jennifer served as the Arts & Culture editor for the university's monthly magazine, The Pacific Sentinel. A voracious reader, outdoor runner, and aspiring photographer, Jennifer also harbors a deep love for classic jazz. She always welcomes the opportunity to share a whiskey and engaging conversation with both her cherished friends from Texas and the many new companions she's made since settling in Oregon.

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