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| Nikka | |
| Whisky | |
| Notes of fresh fruit, malt, slightly smoky | |
| Malted barley, water, yeast | |
| 70 cl | |
| 47.0% | |
| American and European oak barrels | |
| Minimum 3 years | |
| Continuous and batch distillation | |
| 2 | |
| Cold filtration | |
| Light amber | |
| Neat, with water or ice |
The careful selection of malts, combined with a distillation process in traditional stills reminiscent of Scottish ones, gives the Yoichi Discovery a balanced and smooth character, with fresh and floral notes intertwined with slightly fruity hints and a delicate minerality. The aging takes place in oak barrels that enrich the distillate with gentle nuances of vanilla and sweet spices.
This whisky stands out for its lightness and refinement, ideal as an introduction for those wishing to approach Japanese single malts without the aggressive complexity of peatiness. Perfect neat or with a splash of water to release further aromatic nuances, it pairs excellently with delicate dishes such as raw fish or fresh cheeses, enhancing its surprising territorial elegance.
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.