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A Nikka long-seller first released in 1964. Soft malt and light Coffey grain aromas meet sweetness, body and a faint touch of peat, and the flavour holds up well even when diluted.

Details

Brand	Nikka
Distillery	—
Origin	Japan
Style	Blended
Age	NAS
ABV	39%
Cask	—

Flavour profile

Smoky
Sweet
Fruity
Spicy
Rich

* Editorial estimate.

Tasting notes

Nose: Soft malt with the toasty, light aroma of Coffey-still grain.
Palate: Gentle sweetness and body with a faint hint of peat.
Finish: A light bitterness and a clean, crisp finish.

* Editorial tasting notes.

How to enjoy it

With water
Highball
On the rocks

Designed to keep its flavour when stretched with water, it is a natural for mizuwari. It also makes an easy, everyday highball.

Food pairing

Everyday Japanese home cooking — grilled fish, simmered dishes, yakitori and gyoza.

Background & production

A blended whisky made by Nikka Whisky and sold by Asahi Breweries, first released in 1964 as one of Nikka's affordable everyday blends.

Nikka describes the aroma as a harmony of soft malt and the toasty, light character of Coffey grain. The palate brings sweetness, body and a faint peatiness, and it is designed to keep its flavour even when diluted with water. Bottled at 39%.