Nikka Pure Malt Black - 50cl
Nikka Pure Malt Black (50cl) — a distinctive blended malt from Nikka combining Yoichi (peated) and Miyagikyo malts with a peat-forward character emphasis. "Pure Malt" = 100% single malts blended, no grain whisky. "Black" reflects the peated/smoky character emphasis. Rare bottled Japanese blended malt with genuine peat focus.
Why you'll love it
- Pronounced peat smoke, rich dried fruit, warm honey, refined Japanese depth, elegant Yoichi-forward character — Pure Malt Black signature
- Blended malt (100% single malts, no grain) — Yoichi (peated) + Miyagikyo
- Perfect for peated whisky enthusiasts, Japanese whisky collectors, and considered sipping
- Presented in Nikka's iconic 500ml Pure Malt Black bottle
Perfect pairings
Excellent neat as a contemplation pour. Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, smoked meats, aged smoked cheese, or grilled fish.
Perfect for
- Peated whisky enthusiasts exploring Japanese peat
- Japanese whisky collectors building the Nikka blended malt range
- Islay drinkers curious about Japanese peated whisky
- Distinctive premium gifts with peat-forward character
Compare with
Prefer classical Nikka blends? Try Nikka From The Barrel ($76). Interested in pure Yoichi single malt (single distillery peated)? Nikka Yoichi Single Malt ($110). Interested in Taketsuru Pure Malt (less peated)? Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt ($108).
Frequently asked
Pure Malt Black vs Taketsuru Pure Malt?
Both are blended malts from Yoichi + Miyagikyo. Black emphasises peat-forward character (more Yoichi peated influence). Taketsuru is more balanced/gentle. Both 100% malt, different character focus.
Yoichi peat vs Islay peat?
Different peat sources. Yoichi's Hokkaido peat has different botanical composition than Islay's coastal peat. Japanese peat tends to be gentler, more herbal, less maritime than Islay peat.
Quick facts
- Category: Blended Malt Japanese Whisky
- Brand: Nikka
- Composition: Yoichi + Miyagikyo malts (peat-forward)
- ABV: 43%
- Volume: 50cl
- Delivery: Free islandwide delivery across Singapore
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Fresh and clean — initially not too smoky, with sweet malt, orchard fruit, citrus peel, apricot, and vanilla extract opening up, before richer notes of peat, light oak, and a subtle coastal character emerge as it breathes.
PALATE
Medium-bodied and pleasingly chewy — sweet toffee, orchard fruit, and hints of smoke with brine, dark chocolate, coffee, orange peel, and a light earthiness that reflects Yoichi's coastal character in quiet, elegant harmony with Miyagikyo's fruity softness.
FINISH
Medium in length with earthy peat, caramel, white pepper, and a light fruitiness — clean, mellow, and gently satisfying throughout.
ABV: 43% ABV