Nikka Nikka Whiskey From the Barrel

Category:
 
Spirits
Sub-Category:  
 
Whisky
Producer:
 
Nikka
Label Name:
 
Nikka Whiskey From the Barrel
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Yoichi (Hokkaido) & Miyagikyo (Miyagi)
Volume:
 
500ml
ABV:
 
51.4%
Acidity:
 
1
Sweetness:
 
2
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
15-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Multiple World Whiskies Awards wins (including Best Japanese Blended/No-Age categories across 2007–2016), International Spirits Challenge medals (Golds and Trophy), widely praised by whisky critics and community reviewers

Tasting Note
Rich, full-bodied and spicy: candied orange, caramelised apple, vanilla, clove and cinnamon with cedar, oak and a lingering peppery finish. Deep fruit and subtle smoky/umami hints.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled steak, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, foie gras, mushroom dishes. Asian: yakitori, tonkatsu, miso-glazed eggplant, teriyaki beef, sushi (fatty tuna), aged soy-marinated dishes.

Production Method
Blend of 100+ malt and grain whiskies (Yoichi & Miyagikyo). After blending the spirit is re-casked into used barrels for a short "marriage" maturation, then bottled NAS at 51.4% ABV.

Vineyard Info
Produced by The Nikka Whisky Distilling Co., founded by Masataka Taketsuru in 1934. Uses whisky from Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries; renowned Japanese producer with global awards.