Nikka Whisky From The Barrel was first launched in 1985 and has been stealing hearts ever since. Built from a marriage of malt and grain whiskies, largely drawn from Nikka’s Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries, it is bottled at a forthright 51.4% ABV because anything less would miss the point. The compact, rectangular bottle reflects its concept, "a small block of whisky", but this rich, oily expression has always punched above its size.
This product does not meet all the criteria of "Japanese whisky" defined by the Japan Spirits & Liqueur Makers Association. You can read more on our blog.
Medium-body with good balance. There are notes of cut flowers and fresh fruits, spice, and a little oak.
Full-bodied and punchy. There is plenty of winter spice and toffee, a little caramel and vanilla, and a good mouthful of fruit.
Long, warming and fruity with a little oaken spice.
Kids bought me this for Christmas, had it before and really enjoyed it. But this bottle tastes more like Teachers than Nikka, most disappointed.
Fair enough this is truly not a Japanese whisky (apparently has a fair amount of Ben Nevis in it). However this is one of my favourite whiskies ever. Full of flavour (unpeated), which packs a punch at 51.4%. Wonderful sipper, especially in the winter months. Only criticisms are, it could be aged longer and contain only malt whiskies.
Okay it is no longer a japanese whisky; its true colours being revealed a long while ago - but I still find it a warming, relaxing and charming fillup on a cold night. It is still my go to.
Bought this for partners father’s 80 th birthday. He loves it a little at a time. Bottle is a little awkward to pour from , but he said it hold a straw lovley!!
WOW, bought this for my partners birthday, this will put hairs on your toenails for sure. Took my breath away in every way. First sip a bit harsh then when you think it’s gone it burns from the inside. Definitely a sipper.
