Nikka from the Barrel whisky is produced on Hokkaido, the northern island of Japan, by the Yoichi Distillery.
Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of NIKKA whisky, sought the best conditions for his first distillery. The YOICHI distillery was founded in 1934 in the small coastal town of 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 today using traditional old methods. The stills are heated by direct coal fire, which brings out the roasted notes intensively.
Two Nikka single malts, Miyagikyo and Yoichi, as well as a single grain whisky are married for this whisky. The whisky is matured in both bourbon and 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 (automated translation)
Tasting notes:
Color: Red-brown.
Nose: Fruity, floral, spices, hint of oranges.
Taste: Complex, smoky, spices, oak, honey.
Finish: Long lasting, spices, hint of vanilla.
Enjoy the whisky neat, on ice or in various cocktails.
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Distributor/Importer:
JOHANN 1857 GmbH, Billrothstraße 51, 1190 Wien, Österreich, office@kattus-borco.at
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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