Yoichi Nikka Discovery Single Malt Non-Peated

Category:
 
Spirits
Sub-Category:  
 
Whisky
Producer:
 
Yoichi
Label Name:
 
Nikka Discovery Single Malt Non-Peated
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Yoichi, Hokkaido
Volume:
 
700ml
ABV:
 
47%
Acidity:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
3
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
18-20°C

Awards/Ratings
Distiller score reported 95; reviewers range ~88–95

Tasting Note
Bright orchard fruits (pear, green apple, white peach), citrus zest, malted barley, honey and vanilla, faint coastal/briny note, light spice and white pepper; medium-full, creamy mouthfeel, malty finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled steak or lamb, roast pork, aged cheddar, dark chocolate. Asian: yakitori, grilled mackerel, salmon sashimi, teriyaki, miso-glazed dishes.

Production Method
Single malt from unpeated malt distilled at Yoichi in pot stills (coal-direct fire style influence), matured in oak casks, non-chill-filtered and bottled at 47% ABV.

Vineyard Info
Produced by Nikka (founded by Masataka Taketsuru); Yoichi distillery (Hokkaido) historic producer. Discovery Series launched 2021 as limited-edition explorations of distillery styles.