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Miyagikyo Single Malt 10 Year Old

シングルモルト宮城峡 10年

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A single malt from whisky aged at least 10 years at Miyagikyo near Sendai. Fruity apple and citrus with soft vanilla sweetness from maturation.

Details

BrandNikka
DistilleryMiyagikyo
OriginJapan / Miyagi
StyleSingle Malt
Age10 yrs
ABV45%
Cask—

Flavour profile

Smoky
Sweet
Fruity
Spicy
Rich

* Editorial estimate.

Tasting notes

Nose
Fruity apple and citrus with a gentle sweet vanilla.
Palate
Rich, with ripe fruit and malty sweetness in harmony.
Finish
Sweet and bittersweet from cask maturation.

* Editorial tasting notes.

How to enjoy it

  • Neat
  • With water
  • Highball

Neat or with a splash of water to enjoy the lush fruit. As a highball the apple-like freshness stands out.

Food pairing

Salt-grilled beef tongue, butter-grilled scallops and apple desserts.

Background & production

A single malt made from whisky aged at least 10 years at Miyagikyo Distillery in Sendai, Miyagi — a distillery known for elegant, fruity spirit.

Released in limited quantities in October 2025 (9,000 bottles in Japan and 9,000 overseas). Bottled at 45% in 700ml bottles.

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    Sources: asahibeer.co.jp

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