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| Nikka | |
| Whisky | |
| Notes of dried fruit, spices, light peat | |
| Malted barley | |
| 70 cl | |
| 43.0% | |
| American and European oak barrels | |
| Minimum 12 years | |
| Distillation in copper stills | |
| 2 | |
| Not cold filtered | |
| Golden amber | |
| Neat, with water or ice |
Produced in the Hokkaido region and the Sendai area, this whisky is distinguished by an elegant maturation that favors American oak and European oak casks, giving complexity and smoothness to the aromatic profile. On the nose, it opens with delicate notes of dried fruit, vanilla, and herbal hints, while on the palate, roasted malt, caramel, and a light smokiness reminiscent of Scottish tradition are perceived.
The Taketsuru Pure Malt is a balanced and refined whisky, ideal for those seeking a rich yet harmonious tasting experience. It pairs wonderfully with grilled fish dishes or aged cheeses, accompanying moments of relaxation with an elegant and decisive character. An excellence that highlights the quality of Japanese malts with evident attention to detail.
Nikka
Discover the spirits, production style and story of Nikka.
Distillation
Pot stills with direct coal heating (Yoichi) and Coffey column stills for grain whisky and some base distillates; use of continuous Coffey distillation to provide texture to the grain components.
Ageing
Aging in wooden casks with subsequent re-racking and 'marriage' in large warehouses to create blends and harmonize components.