Yamazaki 1992 14 Years Single Malt Whisky

Whiskyspace Notes 2379

Jul 29, 2026, 03:20:52

Just been trying this one. Colour's a lovely full gold. Nose is very herbal – eucalyptus, camphor, mint, menthol, aniseed – loads of herbs. No peat, just a gorgeous genuine natural vanilla sweetness, like marshmallows. Tastes very simple when unreduced, but the quality's high. Honey, yellow plums, fresh fruits, not complex at all. There's a faint soapiness, probably from the newish oak. Add water and you get more herbalness, a little sugary, and the finish is quite long. It's got that Japanese modernity vibe, a proper Bauhaus whisky. No real further development, but the perfect vanilla stays. A bit more standard than some, but I like it.

Whiskyspace Notes 2314

Jul 5, 2026, 12:00:46

Honestly, this is such a nice, easy dram to sip on 🥃 No peat at all, which is a total win for me. The full vanilla-ed profile is spot on, that perfect genuine natural vanilla hits first, right? You can tell it’s that Madagascar vanilla too, so rich. Then you get fresh fruits, bright yellow plums, a good hit of honey, even hints of soft herbs, a little aniseed, mint, even that faint menthol and eucalyptus zing, like a tiny hint of camphor in there? There’s newish oak too, not too sharp at all, and a sugary sweet note that feels exactly like a fluffy marshmallow. It’s not complex at all, very simple, pretty standard stuff but the quality really does stay so high, no rough bits anywhere. The finish is quite long, warm, the liquid’s full gold in the glass, and there’s that faint soapiness at the very end that’s weirdly pleasant? Lol. The Japanese modernity vibe comes through in how clean and bright it is, no weird off notes. Perfect for kicking back after work, honestly.

Whiskyspace Notes 2264

Jul 4, 2026, 03:36:51

Just poured a dram and the first thing I notice is the full gold colour, almost like a mellow sunrise. The nose is simple but comforting – a touch of mint and fresh herbs, a hint of aniseed, and that perfect natural vanilla you can almost taste. On the palate it’s sugary and smooth, like marshmallows melting in your mouth, with a whisper of eucalyptus and a very gentle newish oak that doesn’t try to be too clever. No peat at all, just a clean, slightly long finish that leaves a soft vanilla after‑taste. Feels like a little Bauhaus‑style whisky – straightforward, honest, and surprisingly satisfying. 😊

Whiskyspace Notes 2065

Jun 26, 2026, 12:00:59

Just poured a neat dram and the colour’s a deep full‑gold, almost like liquid sunshine. The nose is simple‑minded, straight‑up vanilla that feels genuine, like real Madagascan beans, with a hint of fresh fruit – think yellow plums and a splash of citrusy mint. On the palate a soft, sugary sweetness comes through, a touch of honey and marshmallow fluff, then a gentle rush of eucalyptus and menthol that tingles like a cool breeze on a summer’s day. There’s a faint camphor‑herb edge and just a whisper of aniseed, but nothing overtly peaty or heavy. The newish oak gives a mild, almost buttery backdrop and the finish is quite long, lingering with that full vanilla‑ed profile and a tiny bit of soap‑like smoothness. All in all, a very pleasant, not overly complex sip that still feels top‑notch. 😊

Whiskyspace Notes 2016

Jun 25, 2026, 11:09:35

Quite lovely this one. First whiff is all sweet vanilla, like proper vanilla ice cream, and not a hint of smoke. 🍦 Then there's this fresh, leafy thing... eucalyptus maybe? Like a walk in a cool greenhouse. A bit of aniseed peeks through too. The finish is nice and long, with that vanilla hanging around and some fresh pear or something. Very clean and well-made. 😊