Reviews from the things I actually try

Japanese Whiskey

Hibiki 12

★★★★★★★★★★9/10

light and sweet but with some complexity to it. Lots of caramel notes coming through. A little bit of dried fruit notes coming through too. Very good 8.8 out of 10.

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Japanese Whiskey

Hibiki Harmony

★★★★★★★★★★8/10

sweet with some body to it. Still with the lightness of many Japanese whiskeys, good complexity 8.3

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Japanese Whiskey

Shibui Single Grain Whiskey Sherry Cask

★★★★★★★★★★8/10

reminds me of a port very smooth. 7.9

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Japanese Whiskey

Iwai Whiskey 45

★★★★★★★★★★8/10

interesting, has fruity notes, 7.5

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Japanese Whiskey

Nilka From The Barrel

★★★★★★★★★★9/10

super strong flavor, has notes of leather, a super long finish, stays on the tongue for like a minute after you drink it. 8.8

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Japanese Whiskey

The Yamazaki 12

★★★★★★★★★★8/10

lots of oak coming in, a tinge of smokiness, 8/10

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Japanese Whiskey

Mars Iwai

★★★★★★★★★★7/10

has a bubble gum flavor. Smooth, not a huge flavor. A little bit too mild but not as all unpleasant. 7/10

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Japanese Whiskey

Kaiyo The Single

★★★★★★★★★★7/10

starts off light with a burn that kicks in. A bit fruity. 6.8/10

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Japanese Whiskey

Youchi Aromatic Yeast

★★★★★★★★★★8/10

: One of the more interesting whiskeys I've had, I want to hit your tongue it's almost like there's no flavor but then you can taste the aftertaste and it expands. Right after you taste it…

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Japanese Whiskey

Akashi

★★★★★★★★★★5/10

Very light with almost no flavor. Not offensive, but lacks interest, 5/10.

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Japanese Whiskey

Iwai Mars Whiskey

★★★★★★★★★★7/10

Distinct with a fruity note, making it quite interesting. A commendable 7/10.

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Japanese Whiskey

Toki Suntory

★★★★★★★★★★6/10

Light, reminiscent of Johnnie Walker Black label, a straightforward 6/10.

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Japanese Whiskey

Suntory Yamazaki 12

★★★★★★★★★★9/10

This has a lot of caramel in it, tastes toasty. High quality whiskey. 9/10

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Japanese Whiskey

Suntory Hibiki Harmony

★★★★★★★★★★8/10

Excellent quality with caramel notes and subtle complexity. Long lasting on the palate, one of the best so far, 8/10.

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Japanese Whiskey

Nikka Myagikyo

★★★★★★★★★★7/10

Not overly strong in alcohol, but features a complex flavor that pleasantly lingers on the tongue. A solid 7/10.

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Japanese Whiskey

Yama

★★★★★★★★★★8/10

Very strong, sweet flavor, almost akin to a bourbon with a caramel undertone. Quite satisfying overall, 7.5/10.

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Japanese Whiskey

Togouchi

Not yet rated

Mild flavor with medium-high alcohol presence, lacking depth. Some initial complexity fades quickly. Less impressive than hoped.

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