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About this bottle
As part of the "Nikka Discovery" series introduced to the US market, this bottling is among the first two. This collection reflects techniques Nikka has refined since its 1934 inception, leading up to its 90th anniversary in 2024. This specific expression is created exclusively from batches of peated malts, offering a departure from the distillery's characteristic lighter, fruitier spirits. It is presented non chill-filtered at 48% ABV, with 20,000 bottles made available in November, 2021.
How it tastes
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Added touches of smoke to the typical strawberry, bubble gum, raisin, lychee, and floral Miyagikyo profile.
Nose: Strawberries, Bananas, Peaches, Figs, Smoke, Mackerels, Honey, Raisins, Date Syrup, Grapefruit, Bubble Gum, Lychees, Rosewater, White Chocolate
Palate: Raisins, Strawberries, Peaches, Iodine, Dates, Figs, Milk Chocolate, Toffee, Banana Taffy, Vanilla, Brown Sugar, Sandalwood, White Chocolate, Smoke, Rosewater
Finish: Brown Sugar, Raisins, Figs, Toffee, Butterscotch, Smoke, Sultanas, Makuna Honey
LLucas Webber5.0
The peat is subtle, refined, and complements the warm, malty aroma. The taste also has a light touch of peat that enhances the spirit's baked goods character. While quite traditional and similar to Japanese whiskies, this one still presents its own distinct flavors at the finish. Some ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, and a hint of clove add depth and a dry, bright conclusion.
KKathrine Metz4.5
I enjoyed the non-peated Yoichi, but liked this even more. A long, sweet, natural finish with the ideal amount of smoke throughout.
KKiara Lowe3.0
Excellent aroma, pleasant initial taste, good mid-palate, and a harsh finish. It's smooth and buttery.
Best enjoyed in smaller sips.
