An eight year-old version of Nikka's Black blended whisky -the one-time Mizuwari Death Match champion on Chris Bunting's superb Japanese whisky site Nonjatta. We're looking forward to this.
Tasting notes
Nose: creamy , rich . Very present, malted barley is fully blossomed. It evolves on citrus (orange) , dried fruits (apricot ) and cardamom. Complex, it evolves on lichen and ripe fruit.
Palate: Round , suave . It reveals chocolate and evolves on the coconut and the Liège coffee. Spiced , the mid-palate continues on fine ash and oak. Almond presence.
Finish: firm and soft at the same time . It is heavily spiced (coriander , cloves, pepper). It is also marked by candied citrus (lemon) . Lemongrass gives it momentum and freshness.
About Nikka
Nikka Whisky is a Japanese company, founded in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru – the "Father of Japanese Whisky" – after he studied distilling in Scotland. The brand is known for its two distilleries, the maritime-style Yoichi and the more delicate Miyagikyo, which produce a wide range of single malt and blended whiskies. Nikka blends Scotch-inspired techniques with Japanese precision, creating whiskies renowned for their complexity, balance, and unique character influenced by their distinct environments.
