All whiskies / Japan
Black Nikka Deep Blend
ブラックニッカ ディープブレンド
A richer take on Black Nikka, using malt matured in new casks. Woody oak and vanilla sweetness meld with dense, malty richness.
Details
| Brand | Nikka |
|---|---|
| Distillery | — |
| Origin | Japan |
| Style | Blended |
| Age | NAS |
| ABV | 45% |
| Cask | New oak casks |
Flavour profile
- Smoky
- Sweet
- Fruity
- Spicy
- Rich
* Editorial estimate.
Tasting notes
- Nose
- Rich, woody new-oak aromas with soft, vanilla-like sweetness.
- Palate
- Deep oak richness with generous, lingering malt sweetness.
- Finish
- Pleasant peat and bitter oak.
* Editorial tasting notes.
How to enjoy it
- On the rocks
- Highball
- With water
With 45% ABV and plenty of body, it shines on the rocks where the new-oak sweetness unfolds. Also holds up in a strong highball.
Food pairing
Hamburg steak, karaage and teriyaki — sweet-savoury dishes.
Background & production
A fuller-flavoured member of Nikka's flagship Black Nikka range. It uses malt matured in new casks, giving woody, vanilla-like sweetness characteristic of new oak.
Deep oak richness and dense malt sweetness blend together, followed by gentle peat and a mellow, bittersweet finish.
Bottled at 45% in 700ml bottles.
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Sources: nikka.com / asahibeer.co.jp
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