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Single Malt Miyagikyo

シングルモルト宮城峡

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The no-age-statement single malt from Miyagikyo near Sendai. Sweet, lush apple and pear aromas with vanilla and a smooth texture.

Details

BrandNikka
DistilleryMiyagikyo
OriginJapan
StyleSingle Malt
AgeNAS
ABV45%
Cask—

Flavour profile

Smoky
Sweet
Fruity
Spicy
Rich

* Editorial estimate.

Tasting notes

Nose
Sweet, lush apple and pear with soft vanilla from the cask.
Palate
Dried-fruit sweetness with a smooth texture.
Finish
Soft, with malty sweetness and oak spreading gently.

* Editorial tasting notes.

How to enjoy it

  • Neat
  • Highball
  • With water

Enjoy the lush fruit neat or with a splash of water. In a highball the apple notes lift lightly.

Food pairing

Salt-grilled beef tongue, scallops and fruit desserts.

Background & production

A single malt from Miyagikyo Distillery in Sendai, Miyagi — known for elegant, fruity, sweet spirit.

The core no-age-statement release, it is described as having lush apple and pear aromas, vanilla from the cask and dried-fruit sweetness. Bottled at 45% in 700ml bottles.

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    Sources: asahibeer.co.jp

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