Hiroshiro Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Anyone Try Japanese Whiskey? The Hibiki and Yamazaki are my Favorite. Hibiki 12-21 are just fatastic and my Favorite Yamazaki is a 12 Drink by themselves or with a Good Cigar ; ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louich Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 I have once. Really nice poduct that reminded me of the Talisker profile. Unfortunately it is more than hard to get a good Japanese dram around here (Quebec Canada) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyC Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 I love the Yamazaki 18 yr old. I was able to pick up a bottle at Binny's in Chicago about a year ago.On my last visit to Chicago I was told by the Binny's personal that it was getting harder to acquire. They stated that most of it is staying in Japan where it is very popular. Bummer for us. Also I am unable to find it in Ontario ( LCBO ). So it you see a bottle snag it...it is truly a fine Dram. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 I'm going to a ***** Whiskey tasting tomorrow night, with the following: ***** Whiskey from the Barrel Yoichi 10 year old Taketsuru 12 year old Any experience or opinion? I'll try to give an update afterwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiroshiro Posted September 24, 2013 Author Share Posted September 24, 2013 From My Experience the Yoichi is meh at best. Just not my cup of tea. Taketsuru is alright. Depending on what I'm having it pairs well. ***** Whiskey overall is really good aged. Some of their aged bottles are.... :: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiroshiro Posted September 24, 2013 Author Share Posted September 24, 2013 I love the Yamazaki 18 yr old. I was able to pick up a bottle at Binny's in Chicago about a year ago.On my last visit to Chicago I was told by the Binny's personal that it was getting harder to acquire. They stated that most of it is staying in Japan where it is very popular. Bummer for us. Also I am unable to find it in Ontario ( LCBO ). So it you see a bottle snag it...it is truly a fine Dram. I've heard the Yama18 is fantastic just never got around to trying it. The Hibiki is #1 everywhere so 12/17/21/30 Area All amazing. The 12 if you guys get a chance try it out. Its easy to find in the states at Bevmo or Wine and Cheese Place will put the order in for you. Usually when i head to California I'll have it shipped before I get there. Smartest Idea I've ever had! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Hello Hiroshiro, You have great Whiskeys in Japan. My two favorite from Japan are Hibiki 17yo and Yamazaki 18yo. Another even better one I found at Hermit Bar in Shinjuku. They have their own Whiskey. Owners Cask at cask strength which they get annually. To bad ... they don't sell by bottle. That one is excellent. Btw. Reason for me to go there was you can smoke cigar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottierm Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Hi Hiroshiro, Coincidentally I just received a bottle of Yamazaki 12 a few days ago! Nice indeed. It reminds me of a Glenlivet at the same age. Best, Michel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laficion Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 GREAT STUFF !!!!! In Japan :::: ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiroshiro Posted September 24, 2013 Author Share Posted September 24, 2013 Hello Hiroshiro, You have great Whiskeys in Japan. My two favorite from Japan are Hibiki 17yo and Yamazaki 18yo. Another even better one I found at Hermit Bar in Shinjuku. They have their own Whiskey. Owners Cask at cask strength which they get annually. To bad ... they don't sell by bottle. That one is excellent. Btw. Reason for me to go there was you can smoke cigar. Very Awesome, You guys are making me want to try the Yamazaki 18. I think its going to happen. What would be a good Cigar with it? Hi Hiroshiro, Coincidentally I just received a bottle of Yamazaki 12 a few days ago! Nice indeed. It reminds me of a Glenlivet at the same age. Best, Michel Awesome! I would recommend Hakushu only if you smoke a Cigar as the taste for me straight up just doesn't give me any pleasure. I think I smoked a Monti 2 with Hakushu and it Paired well. If you are in Japan and want to try many Japanese Whiskey go to Zoetrope in Shinjuku. Smoke Cigars if there aren't many people and its open until 4 am Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolivr Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 I like the Yamazaki very much. classy dram. Nikka from the barrel though is sublime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sengjc Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 Good stuff, I prefer ***** to Suntory as a brand overall. I have tried Karuizawa too and they are good too but not worth the $$$ they usually command. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nino Posted September 24, 2013 Share Posted September 24, 2013 I love the ***** 17 yr old by master blender Taketsuru-san with a Lusitania or a Partagas 155 and I have saved a ***** 17 in a white ceramic jar in my bar .... Great experience, specially at Bar K in S'pore ( see pics below ). But I would not refuse a Yamazaki :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiroshiro Posted September 24, 2013 Author Share Posted September 24, 2013 Looks Like I am going to have a very Tasty Weekend.... = ) Always Love New Experiences Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 If you are in Japan and want to try many Japanese Whiskey go to Zoetrope in Shinjuku. Smoke Cigars if there aren't many people and its open until 4 am Pinned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZinZan Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 Love all the Japanese whiskey from ***** or Suntory. I would say the best of the lot would be Yamazaki 18, that is the oldest I've tried, prob the main reason its best to me. ***** yoichi 12 quite comparable to Yama 12. Taketsuru 12 was quite nice Miyagiko (i think) meh. Me and my friends we usually drink Yamazaki 12 but the prices have gone up so i've personally switched to Hakushu 12 they're slightly cheaper here in KL. I've not had much love for Hibiki, not sure why its not on the radar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khomeinist Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 Try Yamazaki 18 with an aged RJ or Punch. Top 10 spirit for my palate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusguy Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 I am a fan of Yamazaki 18 but the price is now ridiculous so I am keeping my last sealed bottle for investment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiroshiro Posted September 25, 2013 Author Share Posted September 25, 2013 I am a fan of Yamazaki 18 but the price is now ridiculous so I am keeping my last sealed bottle for investment Really How much is a Yama18 Outside Japan? Can't be more than 100 dollars I would think. Its about 80 Dollars in Japan at Yamada Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZinZan Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 Yama 18 - USD 200 here to my recollection Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiroshiro Posted September 25, 2013 Author Share Posted September 25, 2013 Yama 18 - USD 200 here to my recollection yea that's probably not worth it. I'm sure some online stores have it cheaper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 From My Experience the Yoichi is meh at best. Just not my cup of tea. Taketsuru is alright. Depending on what I'm having it pairs well. ***** Whiskey overall is really good aged. Some of their aged bottles are.... :: I love the ***** 17 yr old by master blender Taketsuru-san with a Lusitania or a Partagas 155 and I have saved a ***** 17 in a white ceramic jar in my bar .... Love all the Japanese whiskey from ***** or Suntory. I would say the best of the lot would be Yamazaki 18, that is the oldest I've tried, prob the main reason its best to me. ***** yoichi 12 quite comparable to Yama 12. Taketsuru 12 was quite nice Miyagiko (i think) meh. Me and my friends we usually drink Yamazaki 12 but the prices have gone up so i've personally switched to Hakushu 12 they're slightly cheaper here in KL. I've not had much love for Hibiki, not sure why its not on the radar. Thanks for the info guys. I'll report back after tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlohaStyle Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 Great, I'll see you at event Ryan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nino Posted September 25, 2013 Share Posted September 25, 2013 Thanks for the info guys. I'll report back after tonight. Great, I'll see you at event Ryan! Have fun and enjoy the event !! Say Hi to Rob and all others from me, please. http://www.jamesfox.ie/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=301&products_id=1861 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusguy Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 yea that's probably not worth it. I'm sure some online stores have it cheaper Even online can't be found under $150 these days I also enjoy the Hakushu 12, BTW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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