Nikka Yoichi Single Malt Whisky

70CL - 43% ABV

Nikka Yoichi Single Malt Whisky is a bold, rich and coastal Japanese single malt made at the Yoichi distillery on the north island of Hokkaido in Japan. It is a full bodied and smooth whisky with notes of light smoke, apple, citrus, ginger and nutmeg. Nikka uses coal-fired stills to distil this single malt, a rare method which has now been lost in Scottish single malt whisky-making. It is ideal for fans of coastal whiskies and is best enjoyed neat.

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Tasting Notes

Nose

Warming spiciness at first, with rich, ripe stone fruit and a delicate smokiness.

Palate

The peat really kicks in on the palate, with an earthy smokiness, well supported by spicy notes from the oak. Softness arrives in the form of peach and orange notes, while a savoury nuttiness adds an extra layer of flavour.

Finish

The peat and oak dominate, with a pleasant maritime smokiness.

Comment

The typical Yoichi robust, peaty flavour is present and correct. Slightly savoury, with a good level of complexity with the spice, oak and peat.