Nikka from the Barrel Whisky is produced on Hokkaido, the northern island of Japan, by Yoichi Distillery.
Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of NIKKA whisky, sought the best conditions for his first distillery. YOICHI distillery was founded in 1934 in the small coastal town with the same name. This place is known for its cold climate with adequate humidity, fresh clean air and fresh water. The distillation process is still carried out in the distillery using traditional old methods. The stills are heated by direct coal fire, which brings out the roasted notes intensely.
For this whisky, two Nikka single malts, the Miyagikyo and Yoichi, and a single grain whisky are blended. The whiskey matures in bourbon as well as sherry casks.
Awards:
-Trophy at the International Spirits Challenge in 2015.
-Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge in 2012, 2013, 2014.
-Best No Age Japanese Blend at the World Whisky Awards in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2016.
-Best Japanese Blended Whisky at the World Whisky Awards in 2009
-Best Japanese Blend 12 and younger at the World Whisky Awards in 2007, 2008
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Tasting notes:
Color: Reddish brown.
Nose: Fruity, floral, spices, touch of orange.
Taste: Complex, smoky, spices, oak, honey.
Finish: Long lasting, spices, touch of vanilla.
Enjoy the whiskey neat, on ice or in various cocktails.
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Distributor/Importer:
La Maison du Whisky, 8/10 Rue Gustave Eiffel, 92110 Clichy, Frankreich
Producer/Distillery:
Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. Ltd., 5-4-31, Minami-Aoyama,Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-8616, Japan
Brand:
Nikka Whisky
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