Nikka Yoichi and Miyagikyo Grande Non-Chill Filtered Japanese Whisky Bundle – 70cl
The latest limited-edition releases out of Nikka Whisky are two additional versions of their single malts. Nikka said they’re using more whiskies which “represent the unique character” of each distillery. In the case of the Yoichi Grande, it uses more of Yoichi’s heavily peated whiskies, plus more virgin oak-aged whiskies. For the Miyagikyo Grande, the company says it uses a higher portion of the distillery’s sherry cask-aged malt plus more of that virgin-oak aged whiskies.
TASTING NOTES
Nikka Yoichi Grande
This product brings out the unique characteristics of the heavy peat malt and new oak-aged malt that support the strong, thick flavor of “Single Malt Yoichi”. It is characterized by a rich, mature aroma, mild sweetness, mellow fruity harmony, soft, smoky aroma, malt aroma and bittersweet peat, thick richness, subtle oak sweetness, and a woody, full finish.
Nikka Miyagikyo Grande
This product brings out the unique characteristics of the sherry cask malt and new cask-aged malt that support the elegant and gorgeous flavor of “Single Malt Miyagikyo” . It features a rich, sweet aroma with a hint of dried fruit derived from sherry casks, a fruity and mellow flavor reminiscent of pears, a cacao-like aroma, and a long-lasting bitter aftertaste.
ABV 48%