NIKKA FROM THE BARREL

Nikka From The Barrel
Japanese Blended Whisky
51.4% | 50cl

The complex formula is created by blending more than 100 different batches of malt and grain whiskies. After blending, the whisky is filled into used barrels and matured for another few months. This “marriage” process harmonizes all components in the formula, resulting in a mellow taste. Bottling is controlled at 51.4% ABV, almost equivalent to 90 British proof, that Nikka blenders determined through repeated experiments to achieve the ideal taste profile.

Nose: Spicy and peppery, but there’s a richness behind it, with spicy oak and soft orange fruitiness, and soft vanilla notes from the bourbon cask
Palate: Grainy sweetness and candied orange peel, quite rich, accompanied by rich cinnamon and clove
Finish: Great balance, this really needs a little water to allow the flavours to unfurl